Working for Peanuts (1953): cast, story & where to watch
1953 · Film · ★ 6.7
Released in 1953, Working for Peanuts is a family and animation film directed by Jack Hannah, running about 7 minutes.
What it’s about. Chip 'n Dale live next door to a zoo and spot the elephant's stash of peanuts. They go after them, but both the elephant and his keeper, Donald, are too clever. Then the boys realized the visitors throw peanuts, so they put on a song-and-dance act. Then they paint themselves white and pose as albino chipmunks.
Who’s in it. Working for Peanuts stars Dessie Flynn as Dale (voice) (uncredited), James MacDonald as Chip (voice) (uncredited) and Clarence Nash as Donald Duck (voice) (uncredited).
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.7/10, Working for Peanuts 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 Working for Peanuts page.
If you liked it. Fans of Working for Peanuts tend to enjoy Spirited Away, Back to the Future, The Lion King and Coco.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Working for Peanuts (1953)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Working for Peanuts change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Working for Peanuts worth watching?
- Working for Peanuts holds an audience score of 6.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy family and animation. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Working for Peanuts?
- Working for Peanuts stars Dessie Flynn, James MacDonald and Clarence Nash.
- When was Working for Peanuts released?
- Working for Peanuts was released in 1953, with a runtime of about 7 minutes.