Rip, Sew and Stitch (1953): cast, story & where to watch
1953 · Film · ★ 6.8

Released in 1953, Rip, Sew and Stitch is a comedy film directed by Jules White, running about 17 minutes. “The Stooges hunt for bank robber "Slippery Fingers" Hargen.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. The stooges run a tailor shop and need money to pay their creditors. A bank robber leaves his coat in the shop with a combination to a safe. When the crook comes back to retrieve the coat, the stooges capture him and get his bankroll.
Who’s in it. Rip, Sew and Stitch stars Shemp Howard as Shemp, Vernon Dent as Detective Sharpe (Archive footage) (uncredited), Moe Howard as Moe and Larry Fine as Larry.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.8/10, Rip, Sew and Stitch 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 Rip, Sew and Stitch page.
If you liked it. Fans of Rip, Sew and Stitch tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Rip, Sew and Stitch (1953)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Rip, Sew and Stitch change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Rip, Sew and Stitch worth watching?
- Rip, Sew and Stitch holds an audience score of 6.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Rip, Sew and Stitch?
- Rip, Sew and Stitch stars Shemp Howard, Vernon Dent, Moe Howard and Larry Fine.