The Big Idea (1934): cast, story & where to watch
1934 · Film · ★ 4
Released in 1934, The Big Idea is a comedy film directed by William Beaudine, running about 19 minutes.
What it’s about. Ted Healy is the proprietor of the "Big Idea Scenario Company" (Ideas While You Wait). Unfortunately, various visitors to his one-room office constantly interrupt his train of thought. These include a man with a machine gun, a woman who empties waste baskets on the floor, and a trio of musicians who play "Marching Through Georgia" on various instruments.
Who’s in it. The Big Idea stars Ted Healy as Ted Healy, Scenario Company President, Moe Howard as Healy's Stooge, Larry Fine as Healy's Stooge and Curly Howard as Healy's Stooge, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.0/10, The Big Idea has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Big Idea page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Big Idea tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Big Idea (1934)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Big Idea change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Big Idea worth watching?
- The Big Idea holds an audience score of 4.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Big Idea?
- The Big Idea stars Ted Healy, Moe Howard, Larry Fine, Curly Howard and Bonnie Bonnell.
- When was The Big Idea released?
- The Big Idea was released in 1934, with a runtime of about 19 minutes.