Sh! The Octopus (1937): cast, story & where to watch
1937 · Film · ★ 5.6
Released in 1937, Sh! The Octopus is a comedy and mystery film directed by William C. McGann, running about 54 minutes. “IT'S WEIRD! WACKY! WONDERFOOL!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Comedy-mystery finds Detectives Kelly and Dempsey trapped in a deserted lighthouse with a group of strangers who are being terrorized by a killer octopus AND a mysterious crime figure named after the title sea creature.
Who’s in it. Sh! The Octopus stars Hugh Herbert as Kelly, Allen Jenkins as Dempsey, Marcia Ralston as Vesta Vernoff and John Eldredge as Paul Morgan, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.6/10, Sh! The Octopus 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 Sh! The Octopus page.
If you liked it. Fans of Sh! The Octopus tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Sh! The Octopus (1937)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Sh! The Octopus change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Sh! The Octopus worth watching?
- Sh! The Octopus holds an audience score of 5.6 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and mystery. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Sh! The Octopus?
- Sh! The Octopus stars Hugh Herbert, Allen Jenkins, Marcia Ralston, John Eldredge and George Rosener.
- When was Sh! The Octopus released?
- Sh! The Octopus was released in 1937, with a runtime of about 54 minutes.