Silly Billies (1936): cast, story & where to watch
1936 · Film · ★ 8
Released in 1936, Silly Billies is a comedy and western film directed by Fred Guiol, running about 64 minutes. “Folks, It's a MASSACRE! The "Cuckoos" Are on the Run..and Are the Indians Wild?” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. The boys are a dentist and his assistant traveling to the Old West to open a new practice. Once in town, they buy a business--only to wake up the next day and see that the entire population of this bustling town had left for the California gold fields early that morning! Then, they discover an evil plot to sell out these settlers to some hostile Indians, so they spring to the rescue.
Who’s in it. Silly Billies stars Bert Wheeler as Roy Banks, Robert Woolsey as Dr. Philip 'Painless' Pennington, Dorothy Lee as Mary Blake and Harry Woods as Hank Bewley, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 8.0/10, Silly Billies 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 Silly Billies page.
If you liked it. Fans of Silly Billies tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Silly Billies (1936)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Silly Billies change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Silly Billies worth watching?
- Silly Billies holds an audience score of 8.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and western. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Silly Billies?
- Silly Billies stars Bert Wheeler, Robert Woolsey, Dorothy Lee, Harry Woods and Ethan Laidlaw.