Six of a Kind (1934): cast, story & where to watch
1934 · Film · ★ 5.7
Released in 1934, Six of a Kind is a comedy film directed by Leo McCarey, running about 62 minutes. “Six Comedy Aces in This Deck. The Cards are Scratched for Fun!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. The Whinneys share expenses for their trip to Hollywood with George and Gracie and their great Dane. A clerk in Whinney's bank has put fifty thousand dollars in a suitcase, hoping to rob Whinney on the road, but instead Whinney takes another road and is himself arrested in Nevada.
Who’s in it. Six of a Kind stars Charles Ruggles as J. Pinkham Whinney (as Charlie Ruggles), Mary Boland as Flora Whinney, W.C. Fields as Sheriff John Hoxley and George Burns as George Edward, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.7/10, Six of a Kind has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Six of a Kind page.
If you liked it. Fans of Six of a Kind tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Six of a Kind (1934)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Six of a Kind change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Six of a Kind worth watching?
- Six of a Kind holds an audience score of 5.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Six of a Kind?
- Six of a Kind stars Charles Ruggles, Mary Boland, W.C. Fields, George Burns and Gracie Allen.
- When was Six of a Kind released?
- Six of a Kind was released in 1934, with a runtime of about 62 minutes.