Boy Trouble (1939): cast, story & where to watch
1939 · Film · ★ 3
Released in 1939, Boy Trouble is a comedy, drama and family film directed by George Archainbaud, running about 75 minutes. “KIDS GET IN HIS HAIR...but watch Charlie's youth come back when a couple of boys get into his heart” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A fussy shopkeeper's life drastically changes when his wife takes in two homeless boys.
Who’s in it. Boy Trouble stars Charles Ruggles as Homer C. Fitch, Mary Boland as Sybil Fitch, Donald O'Connor as Butch and Billy Lee as Joe, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 3.0/10, Boy Trouble has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Boy Trouble page.
If you liked it. Fans of Boy Trouble tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Boy Trouble (1939)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Boy Trouble change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Boy Trouble worth watching?
- Boy Trouble holds an audience score of 3.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy, drama and family. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Boy Trouble?
- Boy Trouble stars Charles Ruggles, Mary Boland, Donald O'Connor, Billy Lee and Joyce Matthews.
- When was Boy Trouble released?
- Boy Trouble was released in 1939, with a runtime of about 75 minutes.