Playing at Politics (1931): cast, story & where to watch
1931 · Film · ★ 7.2
Released in 1931, Playing at Politics is a comedy film directed by James W. Horne, running about 56 minutes. “Alternate-language version of Chickens Come Home (1931)” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Ollie is running for mayor and an old flame threatens to blackmail him.
Who’s in it. Playing at Politics stars Stan Laurel as Stan, Oliver Hardy as Oliver, Enrique Acosta and Hadji Ali as Regurgitator, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.2/10, Playing at Politics has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Playing at Politics page.
If you liked it. Fans of Playing at Politics tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Playing at Politics (1931)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Playing at Politics change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Playing at Politics worth watching?
- Playing at Politics holds an audience score of 7.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Playing at Politics?
- Playing at Politics stars Stan Laurel, Oliver Hardy, Enrique Acosta, Hadji Ali and María Calvo.
- When was Playing at Politics released?
- Playing at Politics was released in 1931, with a runtime of about 56 minutes.