

The Art of Self Defense
1941, English. Directed by Jack Kinney.
Goofy takes a lighthearted look at self defense through the ages: cavemen, knights, the age of chivalry, and finally boxing.
- Runtime
- 0h 8m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- NR
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Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.5/10 from 44 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Details
- Released
- 26 December 1941
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Ralph Wright, Rex Cox
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The Art of Self Defense: quick answers
Is The Art of Self Defense worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.5/10 from 44 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is The Art of Self Defense?
The Art of Self Defense runs 8 minutes (0h 8m).
Does The Art of Self Defense have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for The Art of Self Defense. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
The Art of Self Defense parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The Art of Self Defense is rated NR in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is The Art of Self Defense on?
The Art of Self Defense isn’t streaming on any OTT platform in India yet; it released on 26 December 1941. (Checked 14 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Art of Self Defense?
If you liked The Art of Self Defense, try A Knight for a Day, How to Play Football, The Olympic Champ.
Who directed The Art of Self Defense?
The Art of Self Defense (1941) was directed by Jack Kinney and stars John McLeish, George Johnson.