The Worm Turns (1937): cast, story & where to watch
1937 · Film · ★ 5.9
Released in 1937, The Worm Turns is an animation film directed by Ben Sharpsteen, running about 8 minutes.
What it’s about. Mad scientist Mickey has just brewed up a potion; to test it out, he squirts it on a fly that's been trapped by a spider, a (regular) mouse being harassed by a cat, then the cat when Pluto goes after it, and Pluto when dogcatcher Pegleg Pete goes after him. Each of the underdogs turns against his tormentor.
Who’s in it. The Worm Turns stars Walt Disney as Mickey Mouse (voice) (uncredited), Billy Bletcher as Pete - Dog Catcher (voice) (uncredited), Pinto Colvig as Pluto (voice) (uncredited) and Clarence Nash as Spider / Cat (voice) (uncredited).
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.9/10, The Worm Turns 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 Worm Turns page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Worm Turns tend to enjoy Spirited Away, Your Name., Grave of the Fireflies and Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Worm Turns (1937)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Worm Turns change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Worm Turns worth watching?
- The Worm Turns holds an audience score of 5.9 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy animation. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Worm Turns?
- The Worm Turns stars Walt Disney, Billy Bletcher, Pinto Colvig and Clarence Nash.
- When was The Worm Turns released?
- The Worm Turns was released in 1937, with a runtime of about 8 minutes.