Block Busters (1944): cast, story & where to watch
1944 · Film
Released in 1944, Block Busters is a comedy film directed by Wallace Fox, running about 60 minutes. “Muggs must fight a new French kid who has just moved into the neighborhood.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Muggs, Glimpy and the rest of the Kids set about to Americanize affable young French refugee Jean Rogers. But after a disastrous baseball game, Jean is chased out of the neighborhood and told not to return.
Who’s in it. Block Busters stars Leo Gorcey as Muggs McGinnis, Huntz Hall as Glimpy, Gabriel Dell as Skinny and William Benedict as Butch, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Block Busters page.
If you liked it. Fans of Block Busters tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Block Busters (1944)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Block Busters change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in Block Busters?
- Block Busters stars Leo Gorcey, Huntz Hall, Gabriel Dell, William Benedict and Fred Pressel.
- When was Block Busters released?
- Block Busters was released in 1944, with a runtime of about 60 minutes.