Skip to content
One Good Turn (1931) poster

One Good Turn

1931, English. Directed by James W. Horne.

Down and out Stan and Ollie beg for food from a friendly old lady who provides them with sandwiches. While eating, they overhear the lady's landlord tell her he's going to throw her out because she can't pay her mortgage. They don't realize that the old lady is really rehearsing for a play. Stan and Ollie decide to help the old lady by selling their car. During the auction a drunk puts a wallet in Stan's pocket. Ollie accuses Stan of robbing the old lady, but when the truth is revealed Stan takes revenge on Ollie.

Watch TrailerWhere to Watch
Runtime
0h 20m
Post-credits
None listed
Language
English
Rated
NR

Start now and it ends at ….

Popcorn Flick

Fun if you don’t overthink it.

6.9/10 from 49 TMDB viewer ratings.

Seen it? Give your verdict.

Saved privately on this device.

Where to watch One Good Turn

One Good Turn isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can watch it free or buy it online.

Free

Availability in India as of 9 November 2026. Streaming data by JustWatch.

Details

Released
31 October 1931
Country
United States of America
Written by
Stan Laurel, James Parrott, Charley Rogers
black and whiteshort film

Check ratings elsewhere

News & fan talk

If you liked One Good Turn

One Good Turn: quick answers

Is One Good Turn worth watching?

Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.9/10 from 49 TMDB viewer ratings.

How long is One Good Turn?

One Good Turn runs 20 minutes (0h 20m).

Does One Good Turn have a post-credits scene?

None is listed for One Good Turn. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.

One Good Turn parents guide: is it suitable for kids?

One Good Turn is rated NR in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.

Which OTT platform is One Good Turn on?

One Good Turn isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can watch it free or buy it online. (Checked 9 November 2026.)

What movies are like One Good Turn?

If you liked One Good Turn, try The Fixer Uppers, Thicker Than Water, Oliver the Eighth.

Who directed One Good Turn?

One Good Turn (1931) was directed by James W. Horne and stars Stan Laurel, Oliver Hardy, Mary Carr.

↑ ↓ to move · Enter to open · Full search page