Movie Pests (1944): cast, story & where to watch
1944 · Film · ★ 5.4
Released in 1944, Movie Pests is a comedy film directed by Will Jason, running about 11 minutes.
What it’s about. This Pete Smith Specialty short takes a humorous look at the inconsiderate pests whose annoying habits make enjoying a movie impossible.
Who’s in it. Movie Pests stars Pete Smith as Narrator (voice), William Bailey as Man Whose Foot Gets Stepped On (uncredited), Margaret Bert as Woman in Audience (uncredited) and Heinie Conklin as Man Whose Hat Gets Sat On (uncredited), among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.4/10, Movie Pests has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Movie Pests page.
If you liked it. Fans of Movie Pests tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Movie Pests (1944)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Movie Pests change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Movie Pests worth watching?
- Movie Pests holds an audience score of 5.4 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Movie Pests?
- Movie Pests stars Pete Smith, William Bailey, Margaret Bert, Heinie Conklin and Ben Hall.
- When was Movie Pests released?
- Movie Pests was released in 1944, with a runtime of about 11 minutes.