The Bottle and the Throttle (1961): cast, story & where to watch
1961 · Film · ★ 5.5
Released in 1961, The Bottle and the Throttle is a drama film, running about 10 minutes.
What it’s about. The dangers of drinking and driving are illustrated to a teenager returning from a beach party, where after having "one too many beach beers" he runs over a young mother and her child. This black and white short is not to be confused with the later color film, with same title, from 1968 (some sources indicate 1965).
Who’s in it. The Bottle and the Throttle stars Timothy Farrell as Narrator (voice) (uncredited).
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.5/10, The Bottle and the Throttle 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 Bottle and the Throttle page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Bottle and the Throttle tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Bottle and the Throttle (1961)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Bottle and the Throttle change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Bottle and the Throttle worth watching?
- The Bottle and the Throttle holds an audience score of 5.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Bottle and the Throttle?
- The Bottle and the Throttle stars Timothy Farrell.
- When was The Bottle and the Throttle released?
- The Bottle and the Throttle was released in 1961, with a runtime of about 10 minutes.