Three Smart Boys (1937): cast, story & where to watch
1937 · Film · ★ 6.5
Released in 1937, Three Smart Boys is a comedy and family film directed by Gordon Douglas, running about 11 minutes.
What it’s about. When they overhear Miss Witherspoon, the school superintendent, say that nothing short of an epidemic will allow the school to be closed for a week, the Our Gang conspire to fake illness.
Who’s in it. Three Smart Boys stars Eugene 'Porky' Lee as Porky (as Our Gang), George McFarland as Spanky (as Our Gang), Carl Switzer as Alfalfa (as Our Gang) and Billie Thomas as Buckwheat (as Our Gang), among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.5/10, Three Smart Boys 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 Three Smart Boys page.
If you liked it. Fans of Three Smart Boys tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Three Smart Boys (1937)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Three Smart Boys change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Three Smart Boys worth watching?
- Three Smart Boys holds an audience score of 6.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and family. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Three Smart Boys?
- Three Smart Boys stars Eugene 'Porky' Lee, George McFarland, Carl Switzer, Billie Thomas and Darwood Kaye.
- When was Three Smart Boys released?
- Three Smart Boys was released in 1937, with a runtime of about 11 minutes.