

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.
- Runtime
- 0h 20m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- NR
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Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.9/10 from 49 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Cast & crew
Details
- Released
- 31 October 1931
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Stan Laurel, James Parrott, Charley Rogers
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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.