A Day at the Zoo (1939): cast, story & where to watch
1939 · Film · ★ 6.5
Released in 1939, A Day at the Zoo is a family and animation film directed by Tex Avery, running about 7 minutes.
What it’s about. A tour of the zoo, in typical Tex Avery style: a series of one-liners and sight gags, punctuated by Egghead teasing a lion at intervals, despite the admonishments of the narrator.
Who’s in it. A Day at the Zoo stars Tex Avery as Other Elk Named Bill (voice) (uncredited), Mel Blanc as Egghead / Elk Named Bill / Monkey / Parrot / Stool Pigeon / Mother Ostrich / Joe Jumbo / Wildcat (voice) (uncredited) and Robert C. Bruce as Narrator (voice) (uncredited).
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.5/10, A Day at the Zoo 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 A Day at the Zoo page.
If you liked it. Fans of A Day at the Zoo tend to enjoy Spirited Away, Back to the Future, The Lion King and Coco.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch A Day at the Zoo (1939)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for A Day at the Zoo change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is A Day at the Zoo worth watching?
- A Day at the Zoo holds an audience score of 6.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy family and animation. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in A Day at the Zoo?
- A Day at the Zoo stars Tex Avery, Mel Blanc and Robert C. Bruce.
- When was A Day at the Zoo released?
- A Day at the Zoo was released in 1939, with a runtime of about 7 minutes.