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The Bored Cuckoo (1948): cast, story & where to watch

1948 · Film · ★ 6

The Bored Cuckoo poster

Released in 1948, The Bored Cuckoo is a notable film directed by Bill Tytla.

What it’s about. Cadmus Cuckoo, who inhabits a clock, gets fed up dashing between his bed and the door of the clock every hour on the hour 24/7. And he is lonely. He leaves the clock, goes out into the world. meets a pretty songbird, woos her and wins her, gets married and brings her back to the clock with him.

How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, The Bored Cuckoo 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 The Bored Cuckoo page.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch The Bored Cuckoo (1948)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Bored Cuckoo change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is The Bored Cuckoo worth watching?
The Bored Cuckoo holds an audience score of 6.0 out of 10. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
When was The Bored Cuckoo released?
The Bored Cuckoo was released in 1948.