The Mind Needer (1938): cast, story & where to watch
1938 · Film · ★ 4
Released in 1938, The Mind Needer is a comedy film directed by Del Lord, running about 18 minutes.
What it’s about. A Charley Chase short, produced at Columbia. Charley is alarmingly forgetful, and this is his wedding anniversary. Will he give his wife a present and avoid her wrath?
Who’s in it. The Mind Needer stars Charley Chase as Charley Chase, Ann Doran as Mrs. Chase, Bess Flowers as Mrs. Ryan and Vernon Dent as Mr. Ryan, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.0/10, The Mind Needer has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Mind Needer page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Mind Needer tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Mind Needer (1938)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Mind Needer change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Mind Needer worth watching?
- The Mind Needer holds an audience score of 4.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Mind Needer?
- The Mind Needer stars Charley Chase, Ann Doran, Bess Flowers, Vernon Dent and John T. Murray.
- When was The Mind Needer released?
- The Mind Needer was released in 1938, with a runtime of about 18 minutes.