The Screwy Truant (1945): cast, story & where to watch
1945 · Film · ★ 6.1
Released in 1945, The Screwy Truant is a comedy and animation film directed by Tex Avery, running about 7 minutes.
What it’s about. The truant officer is after Screwy Squirrel for not going to school, and doesn't find out the reason until he goes through a load of crazy gags while trying to catch him.
Who’s in it. The Screwy Truant stars Wally Maher as Screwy Squirrel (voice) (uncredited) and Dick Nelson as Truant Officer Dog (voice) (uncredited).
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.1/10, The Screwy Truant 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 Screwy Truant page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Screwy Truant tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Screwy Truant (1945)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Screwy Truant change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Screwy Truant worth watching?
- The Screwy Truant holds an audience score of 6.1 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 The Screwy Truant?
- The Screwy Truant stars Wally Maher and Dick Nelson.
- When was The Screwy Truant released?
- The Screwy Truant was released in 1945, with a runtime of about 7 minutes.