The Bandmaster (1947): cast, story & where to watch
1947 · Film · ★ 6
Released in 1947, The Bandmaster is an animation film directed by Walter Lantz, running about 7 minutes.
What it’s about. Andy Panda goes to the circus, and the circus turns into a circus where a girl aerialist is rescued by her own false teeth; the acrobats and jugglers mangle each other; a girl trapeze artist loses her wig as a rope-spinning act goes haywire; and the drunken high-wire walker finds himself surrounded by pink elephants.
Who’s in it. The Bandmaster stars Mel Blanc.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, The Bandmaster 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 The Bandmaster page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Bandmaster tend to enjoy Spirited Away, Your Name., Grave of the Fireflies and Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Bandmaster (1947)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Bandmaster change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Bandmaster worth watching?
- The Bandmaster holds an audience score of 6.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy animation. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Bandmaster?
- The Bandmaster stars Mel Blanc.
- When was The Bandmaster released?
- The Bandmaster was released in 1947, with a runtime of about 7 minutes.