The Jam Makers (1919): cast, story & where to watch
1919 · Film · ★ 5
Released in 1919, The Jam Makers is an animation film directed by Frank Moser, running about 3 minutes.
What it’s about. Paramount recruited Frank Moser to produce the Bud and Susie cartoons for its weekly screen magazine. To judge from the 1919 edge code on the nitrate film print found at the New Zealand Film Archive, The Jam Makers appears to be one of the earliest in the series. The simple story centers on two siblings—little brother Bud and big sister Susie—with a sweet tooth and a hankering for a treat. When Susie concocts “play jam” with dirt and water, Bud cries for the real thing. He spots fresh jam cooling on the kitchen windowsill and, braving a covetous rooster and cat, swaps jars. The kids get their just desserts when Mom offers them the faux jam for a snack. Paramount dropped the series after two years.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, The Jam Makers has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Jam Makers page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Jam Makers 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 Jam Makers (1919)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Jam Makers change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Jam Makers worth watching?
- The Jam Makers holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy animation. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- When was The Jam Makers released?
- The Jam Makers was released in 1919, with a runtime of about 3 minutes.