The Better 'Ole (1926): cast, story & where to watch
1926 · Film · ★ 4.5
Released in 1926, The Better 'Ole is a comedy, drama and war film directed by Charles Reisner, running about 95 minutes.
What it’s about. The adventures of Old Bill and his friends Bert and Alf in the trenches of the first World War.
Who’s in it. The Better 'Ole stars Syd Chaplin as Private William 'Old Bill' Busby, Harold Goodwin as Bert Chester - British Secret Service, Jack Ackroyd as Alfie 'Little Alf' and Edgar Kennedy as Corporal Austin, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.5/10, The Better 'Ole has proved divisive with audiences. It went on to earn $1.3M at the box office.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Better 'Ole page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Better 'Ole tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Better 'Ole (1926)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Better 'Ole change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Better 'Ole worth watching?
- The Better 'Ole holds an audience score of 4.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy, drama and war. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Better 'Ole?
- The Better 'Ole stars Syd Chaplin, Harold Goodwin, Jack Ackroyd, Edgar Kennedy and Charles K. Gerrard.
- When was The Better 'Ole released?
- The Better 'Ole was released in 1926, with a runtime of about 95 minutes.