A Hit with a Miss (1945): cast, story & where to watch
1945 · Film
Released in 1945, A Hit with a Miss is a comedy film directed by Jules White, running about 16 minutes.
What it’s about. Shemp Howard is a prizefighter in this Columbia All-Star Comedy who has a complex that leaves him a coward and unable to fight unless he hears "Pop Goes the Weasel." He hears it enough here, from various and outlandish sources, to eventually win his championship match.
Who’s in it. A Hit with a Miss stars Shemp Howard as Rameses - Prizefighter, Charley Rogers as Professor Periwinkle (as Charles Rogers), Robert B. Williams as Jonesy and Marilyn Johnson as Rameses' Fiancee, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch A Hit with a Miss page.
If you liked it. Fans of A Hit with a Miss tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch A Hit with a Miss (1945)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for A Hit with a Miss change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in A Hit with a Miss?
- A Hit with a Miss stars Shemp Howard, Charley Rogers, Robert B. Williams, Marilyn Johnson and Heinie Conklin.
- When was A Hit with a Miss released?
- A Hit with a Miss was released in 1945, with a runtime of about 16 minutes.