Hollywood Capers (1935): cast, story & where to watch
1935 · Film · ★ 4.7
Released in 1935, Hollywood Capers is a family and animation film directed by Jack King, running about 7 minutes.
What it’s about. W.C.Fields enters the Warmer Bros. Studio. Beans tries to drive in, but the guard throws him and his car against a tree. Charlie Chaplin drives in, followed by Oliver Hardy on foot - but we see that it's really Beans in disguise. Oliver Owl is directing a picture; Beans sneaks onto the stage. He's watching from a catwalk when someone knocks him off, into the middle of the scene. Beans is thrown off the set, right into the set of a Frankenstein movie. He accidentally brings the robotic monster to life, and it crashes into the original studio, eating the camera. Beans tries to stop the monster, but is sent flying. He lands against a wind machine. which chops up the monster.
Who’s in it. Hollywood Capers stars Tommy Bond as Beans (voice) (uncredited) and Bernice Hansen as Little Kitty (voice) (uncredited).
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.7/10, Hollywood Capers has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Hollywood Capers page.
If you liked it. Fans of Hollywood Capers tend to enjoy Spirited Away, Back to the Future, The Lion King and Coco.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Hollywood Capers (1935)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Hollywood Capers change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Hollywood Capers worth watching?
- Hollywood Capers holds an audience score of 4.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy family and animation. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Hollywood Capers?
- Hollywood Capers stars Tommy Bond and Bernice Hansen.
- When was Hollywood Capers released?
- Hollywood Capers was released in 1935, with a runtime of about 7 minutes.