Pack Up Your Troubles (1932): cast, story & where to watch
1932 · Film · ★ 6.9
Released in 1932, Pack Up Your Troubles is a comedy and war film directed by George Marshall, running about 68 minutes. “From crack-pot civilians to coo-coo privates–they'll lead you a chase so crammed with hysterical laughter, you'll say it's even funnier than their first feature, "Pardon Us."” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. The story begins in 1917 with Stan and Ollie being drafted into the U.S. Army to fight in World War I. While in the Army, the pair befriend a man named Eddie Smith, who is killed by the enemy during a battle. After the war is over, Stan and Ollie venture to New York City, where they begin a quest to reunite Eddie's little daughter with her rightful family. The task proves both monumental and problematic as the boys discover just how many people in New York have the last name Smith.
Who’s in it. Pack Up Your Troubles stars Stan Laurel as Stan, Oliver Hardy as Ollie, Don Dillaway as Eddie Smith and Jacquie Lyn as Eddie's Little Girl, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.9/10, Pack Up Your Troubles has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies and YouTube. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Pack Up Your Troubles page.
If you liked it. Fans of Pack Up Your Troubles tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Pack Up Your Troubles (1932)?
- In US, Pack Up Your Troubles is available to rent or buy from Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies and YouTube. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Pack Up Your Troubles worth watching?
- Pack Up Your Troubles holds an audience score of 6.9 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and war. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Pack Up Your Troubles?
- Pack Up Your Troubles stars Stan Laurel, Oliver Hardy, Don Dillaway, Jacquie Lyn and Mary Carr.
- When was Pack Up Your Troubles released?
- Pack Up Your Troubles was released in 1932, with a runtime of about 68 minutes.