The Fat and the Lean (1961): Cast & Where to Watch
The Fat and the Lean is a 1961 short comedy starring Roman Polanski as the lean and André Katelbach. It runs 15 minutes. Stream it on Criterion Channel.
What Is The Fat and the Lean About?
The premise of The Fat and the Lean without spoilers.
A diminutive, barefoot slave, portrayed by Polanski, entertains his massive master by playing flute and beating a drum while the master reclines in a rocking chair before his mansion. The servant leaps erratically, wipes his master’s brow, feeds him, washes his feet, shields him with an umbrella, and even holds a urinal for him.
Where to Watch The Fat and the Lean
Stream it on Criterion Channel. US availability and prices from JustWatch.
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The Fat and the Lean Cast & Characters
Roman Polanski leads the cast as the lean, with André Katelbach as the fat.
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Roman Polanski as the lean - André Katelbach as the fat
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The Fat and the Lean FAQ: Where to Watch, Cast & Runtime
Runtime, release date, cast, where to watch and post-credit scenes of The Fat and the Lean, each answered in a sentence.
How long is The Fat and the Lean?
The Fat and the Lean runs 15 minutes.
When was The Fat and the Lean released?
The Fat and the Lean was released in 1961.
Who is in the cast of The Fat and the Lean?
The Fat and the Lean stars Roman Polanski as the lean and André Katelbach as the fat.
Where can I watch The Fat and the Lean?
In the US, The Fat and the Lean is streaming on Criterion Channel (availability from JustWatch).
Does The Fat and the Lean have a post-credit scene?
No. The Fat and the Lean has no extra scene during or after the credits.
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