Papa Gets the Bird (1940): cast, story & where to watch
1940 · Film
Released in 1940, Papa Gets the Bird is a family and animation film directed by Hugh Harman, running about 8 minutes.
What it’s about. Papa Bear attempts to give the family's pet canary a bath. An MGM Bear Family cartoon.
Who’s in it. Papa Gets the Bird stars Frank Elmquist as Wilbur Bear (uncredited), Rudolf Ising as Papa Bear (voice) (uncredited) and Martha Wentworth as Mama Bear (voice) (uncredited).
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Papa Gets the Bird page.
If you liked it. Fans of Papa Gets the Bird tend to enjoy Spirited Away, Back to the Future, The Lion King and Coco.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Papa Gets the Bird (1940)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Papa Gets the Bird change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in Papa Gets the Bird?
- Papa Gets the Bird stars Frank Elmquist, Rudolf Ising and Martha Wentworth.
- When was Papa Gets the Bird released?
- Papa Gets the Bird was released in 1940, with a runtime of about 8 minutes.