---
title: "Spooks Run Wild"
year: 1941
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/spooks-run-wild-1941"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 43796
imdb_id: "tt0034224"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 65
community_rating: 5.1
vote_count: 26
content_rating: "Unrated"
---

# Spooks Run Wild (1941) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/spooks-run-wild-1941

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Spooks Run Wild is a 1941 American horror comedy film belonging to the East Side Kids series. Released in the United States on October 24, 1941, the film has a runtime of one hour and five minutes and is classified under the comedy and horror genres. The story follows a group of delinquents on their way to summer camp who end up getting stuck in a haunted house. The picture was produced by Sam Katzman under the company name Banner Pictures and was directed by Phil Rosen in his first and only outing in the series. The cast features Bela Lugosi alongside Leo Gorcey, Bobby Jordan, and Huntz Hall, with Carl Foreman credited as a writer.

## The Hook & The Verdict

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | Amazon Prime Video, fuboTV, MGM+ Amazon Channel, MGM Plus Roku Premium Channel, MGM Plus, Screambox Amazon Channel, FlixFling, IndieFlix, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, IndieFlix Shorts Amazon Channel | Hoopla, Public Domain Movies, Fawesome, Filmtap | Amazon Video, FlixFling |
| **United Kingdom (GB)** | None | Filmtap | Amazon Video |
| **Canada (CA)** | FlixFling | Hoopla, Filmtap | FlixFling |
| **Australia (AU)** | None | Filmtap | Amazon Video |

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Phil Rosen
- **Networks / Studios**: Banner Productions, Monogram Pictures, Sam Katzman Productions

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Bela Lugosi** as *Nardo*
- **Leo Gorcey** as *Muggs McGinnis*
- **Bobby Jordan** as *Danny*
- **Huntz Hall** as *Glimpy*
- **Dorothy Short** as *Linda Mason*
- **Sunshine Sammy Morrison** as *Scruno*
- **Dave O'Brien** as *Jeff Dixon*
- **David Gorcey** as *Peewee*
- **Donald Haines** as *Skinny*
- **Dennis Moore** as *Dr. Von Grosch*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: Where can I stream or watch Spooks Run Wild online?
Spooks Run Wild is currently available to watch or stream on Amazon Prime Video, fuboTV, MGM+ Amazon Channel, MGM Plus Roku Premium Channel. Check our live regional availability tracker above for latest direct streaming, subscription, rent, or purchase options.

### Q: Is Spooks Run Wild worth watching?
Spooks Run Wild holds a community rating of 5.1/10 based on 26 verified viewer ratings. It offers engaging Comedy, Horror for fans of the genre.

### Q: How long is the movie Spooks Run Wild and when was it released?
Spooks Run Wild is a feature film with a runtime of 65 minutes. It was released in 1941. Release status: Released.

### Q: Who directed Spooks Run Wild?
Spooks Run Wild was directed by Phil Rosen.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [Spooks Run Wild — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/43796)
- [Spooks Run Wild - Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Spooks_Run_Wild)
- [Spooks Run Wild (1941) - Cast & Crew — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/43796-spooks-run-wild/cast)
- [Spooks Run Wild (1941) Full Cast & Crew - Plex](https://watch.plex.tv/movie/spooks-run-wild/credits)
- [Run the Wild Fields](https://www.clicker.com/)

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