The Poet & Peasant (1945): cast, story & where to watch
1945 · Film · ★ 4.5
Released in 1945, The Poet & Peasant is a notable film directed by Dick Lundy.
What it’s about. Andy Panda conducts the "Hollywood Washbowl Orchestra" (an ensemble of farm animals, on a farm) in the title tune. After Andy removes a frog from under his wig, he begins. All is well until his shirt gets stuck on a nail; while he's fighting it, the orchestra breaks into a swinging tune. Back under control, a talkative squirrel in the audience annoys the pig sitting next to him; the pig zips the squirrel's mouth shut. A bird lands on Andy's baton; he waves it, and 2, 3, 4, and 5 birds appear (apparently, his baton's become a magic wand). He waves some more, and the birds disappear one by one, finally replaced with a very happy cat. Two ducks dance as ballerinas; then one fox and one duck, but the second duck is not as easily captured.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.5/10, The Poet & Peasant has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Poet & Peasant page.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Poet & Peasant (1945)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Poet & Peasant change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Poet & Peasant worth watching?
- The Poet & Peasant holds an audience score of 4.5 out of 10. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- When was The Poet & Peasant released?
- The Poet & Peasant was released in 1945.