Helping Grandma (1931): cast, story & where to watch
1931 · Film · ★ 6.8

Released in 1931, Helping Grandma is a comedy film directed by Robert F. McGowan, running about 21 minutes.
What it’s about. The kids' adopted grandma decides to sell her store, but can't decide whom to sell it to. The kids try to help her out.
Who’s in it. Helping Grandma stars Matthew Beard as Stymie, Norman Chaney as Chubby, Jackie Cooper as Jackie and Dorothy DeBorba as Dorothy, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.8/10, Helping Grandma 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 Helping Grandma page.
If you liked it. Fans of Helping Grandma tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Helping Grandma (1931)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Helping Grandma change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Helping Grandma worth watching?
- Helping Grandma holds an audience score of 6.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Helping Grandma?
- Helping Grandma stars Matthew Beard, Norman Chaney, Jackie Cooper, Dorothy DeBorba and Allen 'Farina' Hoskins.
- When was Helping Grandma released?
- Helping Grandma was released in 1931, with a runtime of about 21 minutes.