Penrod and Sam (1931): cast, story & where to watch
1931 · Film
Released in 1931, Penrod and Sam is a comedy and drama film directed by William Beaudine, running about 71 minutes.
What it’s about. Best pals Penrod and Sam are leaders of a super-secret neighborhood society, the In-Or-In Boys Club. Troubles arise when a pompous prig tries to join the club and when the boys lose their clubhouse in a land sale. But there’s also plenty of time to play pranks, put on a carnival, experience the pangs of first love, and romp with Duke, the world’s best dog.
Who’s in it. Penrod and Sam stars Leon Janney as Penrod Schofield, Frank Coghlan Jr. as Sam Williams, Cameo the Dog as Duke (as Cameo) and Margaret Marquis as Marjorie Jones, among others.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on YouTube TV and TCM. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Penrod and Sam page.
If you liked it. Fans of Penrod and Sam tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Penrod and Sam (1931)?
- In US, Penrod and Sam is available to stream on YouTube TV and TCM. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Who stars in Penrod and Sam?
- Penrod and Sam stars Leon Janney, Frank Coghlan Jr., Cameo the Dog, Margaret Marquis and Dorothy Peterson.
- When was Penrod and Sam released?
- Penrod and Sam was released in 1931, with a runtime of about 71 minutes.