Running Wild (1927): cast, story & where to watch
1927 · Film · ★ 5.7

Released in 1927, Running Wild is a comedy film directed by Gregory La Cava, running about 68 minutes.
What it’s about. Cowardly Elmer Finch is browbeaten by his wife, daughter, fat son and the family dog. After hypnosis he is domineering. He enters a contract with a fifteen-thousand dollar payoff, so his courage can last beyond the hypnosis.
Who’s in it. Running Wild stars W.C. Fields as Elmer Finch, Marie Shotwell as Mrs. Elmer Finch, Mary Brian as Elizabeth Finch and Claude Buchanan as Dave Harvey, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.7/10, Running Wild 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 Running Wild page.
If you liked it. Fans of Running Wild tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Running Wild (1927)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Running Wild change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Running Wild worth watching?
- Running Wild holds an audience score of 5.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Running Wild?
- Running Wild stars W.C. Fields, Marie Shotwell, Mary Brian, Claude Buchanan and Frederick Burton.
- When was Running Wild released?
- Running Wild was released in 1927, with a runtime of about 68 minutes.