Buying Fever (1943): cast, story & where to watch
1943 · Film · ★ 9
Released in 1943, Buying Fever is an animation film directed by Philip Ragan, running about 3 minutes.
What it’s about. A victory loan film urging people not to sell their Victory Bonds. The Plugger family happily dreams of the day after the war when they will be able to make dreams come true with the money from their bonds. But the temptation to cash them in immediately to buy luxury goods is strong. The Pluggers, however, overcome temptation, and are once more on the road to victory.
How it landed. With an audience score of 9.0/10, Buying Fever 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 Buying Fever page.
If you liked it. Fans of Buying Fever tend to enjoy Spirited Away, Your Name., Grave of the Fireflies and Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Buying Fever (1943)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Buying Fever change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Buying Fever worth watching?
- Buying Fever holds an audience score of 9.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy animation. Most viewers rate it highly.
- When was Buying Fever released?
- Buying Fever was released in 1943, with a runtime of about 3 minutes.