Blind Date (1953): cast, story & where to watch

1953 · Film · ★ 9

Blind Date poster

Released in 1953, Blind Date is an animation and comedy film directed by Eddie Donnelly, running about 6 minutes.

What it’s about. Heckle and Jeckle read in the newspaper about a reward offered by a millionaire for the finder of his childhood sweetheart. Since they have a storehouse filled with any kind of costume, they decide to collect the money by convincing the millionaire that Jackle is his lost love, so Jeckle shows up disguised as a woman---or female of whatever species applied. JUst as Jeckle has about convinced the millionaire that he is a she and his long-lost sweetheart, a slew of impostors walk in with the same claim.

How it landed. With an audience score of 9.0/10, Blind Date sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Blind Date page.

If you liked it. Fans of Blind Date tend to enjoy Spirited Away, Your Name., Grave of the Fireflies and Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Blind Date (1953)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Blind Date change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Blind Date worth watching?
Blind Date holds an audience score of 9.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy animation and comedy. Most viewers rate it highly.
When was Blind Date released?
Blind Date was released in 1953, with a runtime of about 6 minutes.