Rip Van Winkle (1934): cast, story & where to watch
1934 · Film · ★ 8
Released in 1934, Rip Van Winkle is an animation film directed by Frank Moser, running about 6 minutes.
What it’s about. Rip Van Winkle, a lazy American man, wanders off one day with his dog Wolf into the Kaatskill mountains where he runs into an odd group of men drinking and playing bowls. He drinks some of their mysterious brew and passes out. When he wakes up under a tree he is astonished to find that 20 years have passed and things are a lot different. This is a charming story about how America changed due to the cival war, only in a different and more subtle way than ever told before.
How it landed. With an audience score of 8.0/10, Rip Van Winkle 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 Rip Van Winkle page.
If you liked it. Fans of Rip Van Winkle tend to enjoy Spirited Away, Your Name., Grave of the Fireflies and Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Rip Van Winkle (1934)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Rip Van Winkle change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Rip Van Winkle worth watching?
- Rip Van Winkle holds an audience score of 8.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy animation. Most viewers rate it highly.
- When was Rip Van Winkle released?
- Rip Van Winkle was released in 1934, with a runtime of about 6 minutes.