Jitterbug Jive (1950): cast, story & where to watch
1950 · Film
Released in 1950, Jitterbug Jive is a notable film directed by Bill Tytla.
What it’s about. Olive has invited the boys over, but finds Popeye old-fashioned compared to the zoot-suited Bluto. Popeye wants to dance a waltz, pull taffy, play pin-the-tail-on-the-donkey and croquet, and bob for apples, but Olive turns up her nose at all these as Bluto sabotages them. Finally, Bluto pours quick-drying cement in the apple water and drives off with Olive. Popeye, encased in cement, rolls downhill into a vegetable shop, right next to a bin of spinach. Good thing, because Bluto's getting fresh in a very old-fashioned way. A zoot-suited Popeye stops him, and gets the girl.
Who’s in it. Jitterbug Jive stars Jack Mercer as Popeye (voice) (uncredited), Mae Questel as Olive Oyl (voice) (uncredited) and Jackson Beck as Bluto (voice) (uncredited).
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Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Jitterbug Jive (1950)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Jitterbug Jive change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in Jitterbug Jive?
- Jitterbug Jive stars Jack Mercer, Mae Questel and Jackson Beck.
- When was Jitterbug Jive released?
- Jitterbug Jive was released in 1950.