Hot Ice (1955): cast, story & where to watch
1955 · Film · ★ 6.2
Released in 1955, Hot Ice is a comedy film directed by Jules White, running about 16 minutes. “The Stooges are detectives looking for the Punjab Diamond.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. The stooges apply for job as 'Yard Men' at Scotland Yard, thinking they'll become detectives, but instead wind up as gardeners. When they accidentally see a memo about the theft a famous diamond, the boys decide to go after the crooks. They find the crooks, but Shemp accidentally swallows the diamond which was hidden in a bowl of candy. The bad guys want to cut the diamond out, but the boys foil them with the help of a friendly gorilla.
Who’s in it. Hot Ice stars Shemp Howard as Shemp, Moe Howard as Moe, Larry Fine as Larry and Kenneth MacDonald as Dapper, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.2/10, Hot Ice has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Hot Ice page.
If you liked it. Fans of Hot Ice tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Hot Ice (1955)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Hot Ice change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Hot Ice worth watching?
- Hot Ice holds an audience score of 6.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Hot Ice?
- Hot Ice stars Shemp Howard, Moe Howard, Larry Fine, Kenneth MacDonald and Christine McIntyre.
- When was Hot Ice released?
- Hot Ice was released in 1955, with a runtime of about 16 minutes.