The Panic Is On (1931): cast, story & where to watch
1931 · Film
Released in 1931, The Panic Is On is a comedy film directed by James Parrott, running about 20 minutes.
What it’s about. Charley's in love with the daughter of a financier who wants her to insist that Chas have a pile of cash before she marries him. But, the Depression is everywhere: Charley's behind on his rent and nearly everyone he meets is down on their luck. After reading a "how to" book on the power of a forceful will, Charley applies the lessons with mixed results, but he does land a job that includes delivering a shake-down letter to his girlfriend's father. Is the naïve Charley going to end up in jail?
Who’s in it. The Panic Is On stars Charley Chase as Charley Chase, Virginia Whiting as Miss Morgan, Harry Bernard as Cop with Tootchache (uncredited) and Baldwin Cooke as Mr. Cooke (uncredited), among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Panic Is On page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Panic Is On tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Panic Is On (1931)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Panic Is On change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in The Panic Is On?
- The Panic Is On stars Charley Chase, Virginia Whiting, Harry Bernard, Baldwin Cooke and Billy Gilbert.
- When was The Panic Is On released?
- The Panic Is On was released in 1931, with a runtime of about 20 minutes.