The Spider and the Fly
Originally released in 1931. The Spider and the Fly is a animation/comedy film. directed by Wilfred Jackson. At just 7 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Synopsis
A kitchen is filled with houseflies. A spider wakes up and plays his web like a harp, attracting a pair of them; the female is trapped, and the male summons the cavalry, which arrives riding horseflies, riding dragonflies to drop pepper bombs, firing champagne bottles, and ultimately setting the web on fire and catching the spider on flypaper when he falls.
Quick Facts
Release Date
October 15, 1931
94 years ago
Runtime
0h 7m
7 minutes total
User Rating
5.6/10
Mixed (24 votes)
Budget
$13.1K
Production budget
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
- Budget
- $13,125
Production Companies
- Columbia Pictures
- Walt Disney Productions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Spider and the Fly about?
A kitchen is filled with houseflies. A spider wakes up and plays his web like a harp, attracting a pair of them; the female is trapped, and the male summons the cavalry, which arrives riding horsef...
Who directed The Spider and the Fly?
The Spider and the Fly was directed by Wilfred Jackson.
How long is The Spider and the Fly?
The Spider and the Fly has a runtime of 0 hours and 7 minutes (7 minutes total).
When was The Spider and the Fly released?
The Spider and the Fly was released on October 15, 1931 in theaters.