Keep Your Mouth Shut (1944): cast, story & where to watch
1944 · Film · ★ 6.2
Released in 1944, Keep Your Mouth Shut is a war and animation film directed by Norman McLaren, running about 2 minutes.
What it’s about. This animated short from Norman McLaren features a human skull cautioning Canadians to “keep their mouths shut” in an effort to end gossiping during World War II.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.2/10, Keep Your Mouth Shut 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 Keep Your Mouth Shut page.
If you liked it. Fans of Keep Your Mouth Shut tend to enjoy Schindler's List, Grave of the Fireflies, The Pianist and Apocalypse Now.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Keep Your Mouth Shut (1944)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Keep Your Mouth Shut change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Keep Your Mouth Shut worth watching?
- Keep Your Mouth Shut holds an audience score of 6.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy war and animation. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- When was Keep Your Mouth Shut released?
- Keep Your Mouth Shut was released in 1944, with a runtime of about 2 minutes.