Duck Soup
1933, English. Directed by Leo McCarey.
War is swell...when the Marx Brothers are in it. They'll be out of the trenches by Christmas...if the food doesn't improve!
Rufus T. Firefly is named president/dictator of bankrupt Freedonia and declares war on neighboring Sylvania over the love of wealthy Mrs. Teasdale.
- Runtime
- 1h 8m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- NR
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Cast & crew
- Leo McCareyDirector
- Groucho MarxRufus T. Firefly
- Harpo MarxPinky
- Chico MarxChicolini
- Zeppo MarxBob Roland
- Margaret DumontGloria Teasdale
- Raquel TorresVera Marcal
- Louis CalhernAmbassador Trentino
- Edmund BreeseZander
- Leonid KinskeySylvanian Agitator
- Charles MiddletonProsecutor
- Edgar KennedyStreet Vendor
- Edward ArnoldPolitician (uncredited)
Details
- Released
- 12 November 1933
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Bert Kalmar, Harry Ruby, Arthur Sheekman
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Duck Soup: quick answers
Is Duck Soup worth watching?
Our verdict is Worth the Hype: Clear your evening for this. It scores 7.3/10 from 899 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Duck Soup?
Duck Soup runs 68 minutes (1h 8m).
Does Duck Soup have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Duck Soup. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Duck Soup parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Duck Soup is rated NR in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is Duck Soup on?
Duck Soup isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it online. (Checked 9 November 2026.)
What movies are like Duck Soup?
If you liked Duck Soup, try The Great Dictator, Oh! What a Lovely War, What Did You Do in the War, Daddy?.
Who directed Duck Soup?
Duck Soup (1933) was directed by Leo McCarey and stars Groucho Marx, Harpo Marx, Chico Marx.