Blondie on a Budget (1940): cast, story & where to watch
1940 · Film · ★ 6
Released in 1940, Blondie on a Budget is a comedy film directed by Frank R. Strayer, running about 72 minutes. “Balance your fun budget.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Dagwood wants to join the trout club and Blondie wants a fur coat. Jealousy reigns when Dag's old girlfriend Joan shows up, but nothing else matters when a drawing at the movie theatre provides money for the coat.
Who’s in it. Blondie on a Budget stars Penny Singleton as Blondie Bumstead, Arthur Lake as Dagwood " Dag " Bumstead, Larry Simms as Baby Dumpling Bumstead and Daisy as Daisy, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, Blondie on a Budget 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 Blondie on a Budget page.
If you liked it. Fans of Blondie on a Budget tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Blondie on a Budget (1940)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Blondie on a Budget change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Blondie on a Budget worth watching?
- Blondie on a Budget holds an audience score of 6.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Blondie on a Budget?
- Blondie on a Budget stars Penny Singleton, Arthur Lake, Larry Simms, Daisy and Rita Hayworth.
- When was Blondie on a Budget released?
- Blondie on a Budget was released in 1940, with a runtime of about 72 minutes.