Porky's Party (1938): cast, story & where to watch

1938 · Film · ★ 6.2

Porky's Party poster

Released in 1938, Porky's Party is a comedy and animation film directed by Robert Clampett, running about 7 minutes.

What it’s about. Porky's birthday. His uncle sends him a silkworm that churns out articles of clothing when it hears the word "sew." After a sock and a bra, Porky stuffs it in a pocket to prepare for his party. He uses some hair tonic, then his dog Black Fury has some for himself it's 99% alcohol. The guests arrive: a penguin and a goose. The penguin, shoveling in the food, accidentally swallows the worm, which starts churning out top hats, which pop open inside the penguin's head. The goose tries increasingly violent ways of remedying this. Meanwhile, Porky's dog, lathered with shaving cream, runs in and is branded a mad dog.

Who’s in it. Porky's Party stars Mel Blanc as Porky Pig, Black Fury, Penguin.

How it landed. With an audience score of 6.2/10, Porky's Party 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 Porky's Party page.

If you liked it. Fans of Porky's Party tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Porky's Party (1938)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Porky's Party change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Porky's Party worth watching?
Porky's Party holds an audience score of 6.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and animation. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Porky's Party?
Porky's Party stars Mel Blanc.
When was Porky's Party released?
Porky's Party was released in 1938, with a runtime of about 7 minutes.