Hoi Polloi (1935): cast, story & where to watch
1935 · Film · ★ 7.1
Released in 1935, Hoi Polloi is a comedy film directed by Del Lord, running about 19 minutes. “Meet the new darlings of society!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A professor bets that he can turn the stooges into gentlemen. After many attempts to teach them etiquette, he brings them to a fancy society party. The stooges new found manners don't last very long, and the party quickly degenerates. By the end, the other guests have adopted stooge-like behavior and the stooges leave as gentlemen.
Who’s in it. Hoi Polloi stars Curly Howard as Curly, Larry Fine as Larry, Moe Howard as Moe and Phyllis Crane as Nichols' Daughter (uncredited), among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.1/10, Hoi Polloi has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Hoi Polloi page.
If you liked it. Fans of Hoi Polloi tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Hoi Polloi (1935)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Hoi Polloi change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Hoi Polloi worth watching?
- Hoi Polloi holds an audience score of 7.1 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Hoi Polloi?
- Hoi Polloi stars Curly Howard, Larry Fine, Moe Howard, Phyllis Crane and Mary Dees.
- When was Hoi Polloi released?
- Hoi Polloi was released in 1935, with a runtime of about 19 minutes.