Joy Scouts (1939): cast, story & where to watch
1939 · Film · ★ 6.5
Released in 1939, Joy Scouts is a comedy film directed by Edward L. Cahn, running about 11 minutes. “our gang, hal roach, the little rascals” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. The Boys Scouts give a demonstration of their camping skills, but Our Gang are excluded from participating because they are not yet old enough. Undeterred, the kids head off on their own unsupervised camping adventure, with comically disastrous results.
Who’s in it. Joy Scouts stars Carl Switzer as Alfalfa, George McFarland as Spanky, Billie Thomas as Buckwheat and Robert Blake as Mickey, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.5/10, Joy Scouts 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 Joy Scouts page.
If you liked it. Fans of Joy Scouts tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Joy Scouts (1939)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Joy Scouts change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Joy Scouts worth watching?
- Joy Scouts holds an audience score of 6.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Joy Scouts?
- Joy Scouts stars Carl Switzer, George McFarland, Billie Thomas, Robert Blake and Eugene 'Porky' Lee.
- When was Joy Scouts released?
- Joy Scouts was released in 1939, with a runtime of about 11 minutes.