Wild and Woolly (1937): cast, story & where to watch
1937 · Film
Released in 1937, Wild and Woolly is a comedy, music and western film directed by Alfred L. Werker, running about 65 minutes. “She learns the ways of the West from her gun-totin' grandpop...BUT WAIT TILL YOU SEE WHAT THE WEST LEARNS FROM JANE!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Child star Jane Withers along with fellow kiddie favorites like Carl 'Alfalfa' Switzer and Jackie Searl (who gives Jane her first on screen kiss!) team up with character greats like Walter Brennan and Lon Chaney Jr. to help their hometown celebrate its golden anniversary. Not unexpectedly, things go astray when a bank robber hopes to cash in on the excitement, but fortunately his plans are thwarted by the towns newly elected sheriff (Brennan)...who's a reformed crook himself!
Who’s in it. Wild and Woolly stars Jane Withers as Arnette Flynn, Walter Brennan as Gramp 'Hercules' Flynn, Pauline Moore as Ruth Morris and Carl Switzer as Zero, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Wild and Woolly page.
If you liked it. Fans of Wild and Woolly tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Wild and Woolly (1937)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Wild and Woolly change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in Wild and Woolly?
- Wild and Woolly stars Jane Withers, Walter Brennan, Pauline Moore, Carl Switzer and Jackie Searl.
- When was Wild and Woolly released?
- Wild and Woolly was released in 1937, with a runtime of about 65 minutes.