The Puppet Murder Case (1935): cast, story & where to watch
1935 · Film · ★ 7
Released in 1935, The Puppet Murder Case is an animation film directed by Arthur Davis, running about 7 minutes.
What it’s about. Scrappy is running a puppet show for the neighborhood kids. Scrappy won't let his little brother see the show, socking him in the face repeatedly every time her tries. Oopy sneaks in anyway and, using a pee shooter, kills a stageful of puppets by breaking their strings. After Scrappy beats Oopy again, then has the 'puppets' put him on trial. This concludes with a puppet jury deciding Oopy is guilty, sentencing him to more abuse.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.0/10, The Puppet Murder Case has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Puppet Murder Case page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Puppet Murder Case tend to enjoy Spirited Away, Your Name., Grave of the Fireflies and Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Puppet Murder Case (1935)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Puppet Murder Case change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Puppet Murder Case worth watching?
- The Puppet Murder Case holds an audience score of 7.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy animation. Most viewers rate it highly.
- When was The Puppet Murder Case released?
- The Puppet Murder Case was released in 1935, with a runtime of about 7 minutes.