The Under-Pup (1939): cast, story & where to watch
1939 · Film · ★ 6
Released in 1939, The Under-Pup is a comedy and drama film directed by Richard Wallace, running about 88 minutes. “There's one in every family” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A young city girl from a poor family is invited to spend the summer at a camp for girls from wealthy families. At first made fun of and ridiculed because of her background, she determines to show the snooty rich girls she's just as good as they are.
Who’s in it. The Under-Pup stars Gloria Jean as Pip-Emma Binns, Robert Cummings as Dennis Lane, Nan Grey as Priscilla Adams and C. Aubrey Smith as Grandpa, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, The Under-Pup 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 The Under-Pup page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Under-Pup tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Under-Pup (1939)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Under-Pup change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Under-Pup worth watching?
- The Under-Pup holds an audience score of 6.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Under-Pup?
- The Under-Pup stars Gloria Jean, Robert Cummings, Nan Grey, C. Aubrey Smith and Beulah Bondi.
- When was The Under-Pup released?
- The Under-Pup was released in 1939, with a runtime of about 88 minutes.