Pulling a Bone (1931): cast, story & where to watch
1931 · Film · ★ 5

Released in 1931, Pulling a Bone is a comedy film directed by Howard Bretherton, running about 10 minutes.
What it’s about. At a department store, George seeks help in getting a bone out of his throat. No one will help him; lunch counter girl Gracie wants to talk about airplanes.
Who’s in it. Pulling a Bone stars George Burns as Man with Bone, Gracie Allen as Gracie and William Browning.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, Pulling a Bone has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Pulling a Bone page.
If you liked it. Fans of Pulling a Bone tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Pulling a Bone (1931)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Pulling a Bone change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Pulling a Bone worth watching?
- Pulling a Bone holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Pulling a Bone?
- Pulling a Bone stars George Burns, Gracie Allen and William Browning.
- When was Pulling a Bone released?
- Pulling a Bone was released in 1931, with a runtime of about 10 minutes.