Skippy (1931): cast, story & where to watch
1931 · Film · ★ 6.5
Released in 1931, Skippy is a comedy, drama and family film directed by Norman Taurog, running about 85 minutes. “"Love's so beautiful I feel like giving somebody a sock on the jaw."” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Skippy, the mischievous son of a wealthy doctor, meets Sooky in poverty-ridden Shantytown, and together they try to save Sooky's pet from a cruel dogcatcher.
Who’s in it. Skippy stars Jackie Cooper as Skippy Skinner, Robert Coogan as Sooky, Mitzi Green as Eloise and Jackie Searl as Sidney, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.5/10, Skippy 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 Skippy page.
If you liked it. Fans of Skippy tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Skippy (1931)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Skippy change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Skippy worth watching?
- Skippy holds an audience score of 6.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy, drama and family. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Skippy?
- Skippy stars Jackie Cooper, Robert Coogan, Mitzi Green, Jackie Searl and Willard Robertson.
- When was Skippy released?
- Skippy was released in 1931, with a runtime of about 85 minutes.