The Nifty Nineties (1941): cast, story & where to watch

1941 · Film · ★ 5.8

The Nifty Nineties poster

Released in 1941, The Nifty Nineties is a comedy, family and animation film directed by Riley Thomson, running about 7 minutes.

What it’s about. Mickey courts Minnie in the Gay Nineties: they take in a vaudeville show and go for a drive in his horseless carriage, to the strains of "While Strolling Through the Park" and "In the Good Old Summertime". Goofy rides by on a penny-farthing bicycle, and the whole Duck family rides by on a bicycle built for five.

Who’s in it. The Nifty Nineties stars Walt Disney as Mickey Mouse (voice) (uncredited), Thelma Boardman as Minnie Mouse (voice) (uncredited), Florence Gill as Chickens (voice) (uncredited) and Ward Kimball as Ward (voice) (uncredited), among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 5.8/10, The Nifty Nineties 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 The Nifty Nineties page.

If you liked it. Fans of The Nifty Nineties tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch The Nifty Nineties (1941)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Nifty Nineties change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is The Nifty Nineties worth watching?
The Nifty Nineties holds an audience score of 5.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy, family and animation. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in The Nifty Nineties?
The Nifty Nineties stars Walt Disney, Thelma Boardman, Florence Gill, Ward Kimball and Fred Moore.
When was The Nifty Nineties released?
The Nifty Nineties was released in 1941, with a runtime of about 7 minutes.