A Bone for a Bone (1951): cast, story & where to watch
1951 · Film · ★ 5.2
Released in 1951, A Bone for a Bone is a comedy, family and animation film directed by Friz Freleng, running about 7 minutes.
What it’s about. Two polite gophers are in their underground home, playing gin, when a dog buries his bone right on top of them. They try to negotiate with the dog so that he will bury the bone elsewhere. But the dog refuses to be cooperative.
Who’s in it. A Bone for a Bone stars Mel Blanc as Mac / Dog (voice) and Stan Freberg as Tosh (voice) (uncredited).
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.2/10, A Bone for a Bone has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch A Bone for a Bone page.
If you liked it. Fans of A Bone for a Bone tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch A Bone for a Bone (1951)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for A Bone for a Bone change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is A Bone for a Bone worth watching?
- A Bone for a Bone holds an audience score of 5.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy, family and animation. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in A Bone for a Bone?
- A Bone for a Bone stars Mel Blanc and Stan Freberg.
- When was A Bone for a Bone released?
- A Bone for a Bone was released in 1951, with a runtime of about 7 minutes.