The Old Mill
“Animals try to stay safe and dry in an old mill.”
Night in an old mill is dramatically depicted in this Oscar-winning short in which the frightened occupants, including birds, timid mice, owls, and other creatures try to stay safe and dry as a storm approaches. As the thunderstorm worsens, the mill wheel begins to turn and the whole mill threatens to blow apart until at last the storm subsides.
Where to watch The Old Mill in United States
Disney PlusClick a service to open The Old Mill there. Availability last verified on June 20, 2026.
Where is The Old Mill streaming around the world?
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About The Old Mill
The Old Mill is a 1937 English-language animation, thriller and family film directed by Wilfred Jackson and Graham Heid. The cast is led by Marie Arbuckle, Jean MacMurray, Louise Myers. It has a runtime of 0h 9m. Viewers rate it 7.3/10 across 200 ratings. In United States, it is currently streaming on Disney Plus.
The Old Mill was produced by Walt Disney Productions and made in United States of America. It was released on November 5, 1937, and carries a NR certification.
- Director
- Wilfred Jackson, Graham Heid
- Release date
- November 5, 1937
- Original language
- English
- Age rating
- NR
- Status
- Released
- Country
- United States of America
- Budget
- $0 million
- Production
- Walt Disney Productions
The Old Mill cast & crew
The Old Mill was directed by Wilfred Jackson and Graham Heid.
The cast features Marie Arbuckle as Singer (voice) (uncredited), Jean MacMurray as Crickets (voice) (uncredited), Louise Myers as Birds (voice) (uncredited), Clarence Nash as Frogs (voice) (uncredited), Marta Nielsen as Singer (voice) (uncredited), and Jerry Philipps as Singer (voice) (uncredited).
Behind the camera, the score was composed by Leigh Harline and it was produced by Walt Disney.
Is The Old Mill worth watching?
The Old Mill holds an audience score of 7.3/10 from 222 ratings, marking it as well-reviewed animation films.
At 0h 9m, it's an easy, time-light watch.
If you enjoy animation, thriller, and family, The Old Mill is worth a place on your watchlist.
How and where to watch The Old Mill
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Cast of The Old Mill
Marie Arbuckle
Singer (voice) (uncredited)
Jean MacMurray
Crickets (voice) (uncredited)
Louise Myers
Birds (voice) (uncredited)
Clarence Nash
Frogs (voice) (uncredited)
Marta Nielsen
Singer (voice) (uncredited)
Jerry Philipps
Singer (voice) (uncredited)
Barbara Whitson
Singer (voice) (uncredited)
Elvia Allman
Birds / Singer (voice) (uncredited)
Beatrice Hagen
Singer (voice) (uncredited)
The Old Mill — FAQs
▸Where can I watch The Old Mill in United States?
The Old Mill is streaming on Disney Plus in United States.
▸Is The Old Mill on Disney Plus?
Yes — The Old Mill is currently available on Disney Plus in United States.
▸What language is The Old Mill in?
The Old Mill is originally in English. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.
▸How long is The Old Mill?
The Old Mill runs 0 hours 9 minutes (9 minutes).
▸What is The Old Mill rated?
The Old Mill is rated NR. It holds a 7.3/10 audience score from 222 ratings.
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