Popeye the Sailor (1933): cast, story & where to watch
1933 · Film · ★ 6.9
Released in 1933, Popeye the Sailor is a comedy and animation film directed by Dave Fleischer, running about 7 minutes.
What it’s about. Popeye and Bluto fight for the love of Olive Oyl in their debut short, featuring Betty Boop.
Who’s in it. Popeye the Sailor stars William 'Billy' Costello as Popeye, William Pennell as Bluto, Bonnie Poe as Olive Oyl and Mae Questel as Betty Boop (voice) (uncredited).
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.9/10, Popeye the Sailor 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 Popeye the Sailor page.
If you liked it. Fans of Popeye the Sailor tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Popeye the Sailor (1933)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Popeye the Sailor change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Popeye the Sailor worth watching?
- Popeye the Sailor holds an audience score of 6.9 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 Popeye the Sailor?
- Popeye the Sailor stars William 'Billy' Costello, William Pennell, Bonnie Poe and Mae Questel.
- When was Popeye the Sailor released?
- Popeye the Sailor was released in 1933, with a runtime of about 7 minutes.