FeatureAnimation

Pest Pupil (1957): cast, story & where to watch

1957 · Film · ★ 5.5

Pest Pupil poster

Released in 1957, Pest Pupil is an animation film directed by Dave Tendlar, running about 6 minutes.

What it’s about. 1957 Baby Huey is a big duck enrolled in kindergarten. Despite being big and clumsy, he attempts to fit in, causing havoc and getting expelled by the teacher. His mother then hires a private tutor, who is also tortured by Baby Huey's good intentioned efforts. The tutor winds up in the ocean but Huey saves his life from sharks and gets his diploma as a reward.

Who’s in it. Pest Pupil stars Jack Mercer as Tutor / Duckling (voice), Mae Questel as Baby Huey's Mommy (voice), Sid Raymond as Baby Huey (voice) and Cecil Roy as Teacher / Duckling (voice).

How it landed. With an audience score of 5.5/10, Pest Pupil 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 Pest Pupil page.

If you liked it. Fans of Pest Pupil tend to enjoy Spirited Away, Your Name., Grave of the Fireflies and Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Pest Pupil (1957)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Pest Pupil change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Pest Pupil worth watching?
Pest Pupil holds an audience score of 5.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy animation. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Pest Pupil?
Pest Pupil stars Jack Mercer, Mae Questel, Sid Raymond and Cecil Roy.
When was Pest Pupil released?
Pest Pupil was released in 1957, with a runtime of about 6 minutes.