The Pip from Pittsburg (1931): cast, story & where to watch
1931 · Film · ★ 6.5

Released in 1931, The Pip from Pittsburg is a comedy film directed by James Parrott, running about 21 minutes.
What it’s about. Charley agrees to go on a blind date to help out his roommate. But because his last such date turned out badly, he goes all out trying to make himself look bad. He refuses to shave, wears his friend's old suit and even eats garlic. Unfortunately for him, however, his date turns out to be the lovely Thelma Todd.
Who’s in it. The Pip from Pittsburg stars Charley Chase as Charley, Thelma Todd as Thelma, Dorothy Granger as Dot and Kay Deslys as Kay, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.5/10, The Pip from Pittsburg 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 The Pip from Pittsburg page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Pip from Pittsburg tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Pip from Pittsburg (1931)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Pip from Pittsburg change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Pip from Pittsburg worth watching?
- The Pip from Pittsburg holds an audience score of 6.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Pip from Pittsburg?
- The Pip from Pittsburg stars Charley Chase, Thelma Todd, Dorothy Granger, Kay Deslys and Carlton Griffin.
- When was The Pip from Pittsburg released?
- The Pip from Pittsburg was released in 1931, with a runtime of about 21 minutes.
