Self Control (1938): cast, story & where to watch
1938 · Film · ★ 5.6
Released in 1938, Self Control is a comedy and animation film directed by Jack King, running about 9 minutes.
What it’s about. Donald hears a radio philosopher advise to laugh and count ten when he gets angry. He tries it successfully, then settles into his hammock for a nap. Between a caterpillar and the hen chasing it, he's soon tangled up and counting ten again. He also shrugs off a bird using his lemonade as a birdbath, but when a woodpecker attacks his apple tree, burying Donald in apples, he snaps.
Who’s in it. Self Control stars Clarence Nash as Donald Duck (voice) (uncredited) and Florence Gill as Hen (voice) (uncredited).
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.6/10, Self Control 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 Self Control page.
If you liked it. Fans of Self Control tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Self Control (1938)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Self Control change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Self Control worth watching?
- Self Control holds an audience score of 5.6 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and animation. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Self Control?
- Self Control stars Clarence Nash and Florence Gill.
- When was Self Control released?
- Self Control was released in 1938, with a runtime of about 9 minutes.