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The Seesaw and the Shoes

6.5194511mNRMovieDramaDocumentaryHistory

This short shows how two objects led to important discoveries. Children playing with a seesaw inspire French physician Rene Laennec to invent the stethoscope, and a pair of shoes made of caoutchouc lead Charles Goodyear to discover the process for vulcanizing rubber.

DirectorDouglas Foster
WriterRosemary Foster

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Cast · Directed by Douglas Foster

JN
John Nesbitt
Narrator
ASArthur Space
Arthur Space
Charles Goodyear (uncredited)
HD
Helen Dickson
One of Goodyear's Guests (uncredited)
FJFeodor Chaliapin Jr.
Feodor Chaliapin Jr.
Bit Part (uncredited)
SJ
Sheldon Jett
One of Goodyear's Guests (uncredited)

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The Seesaw and the Shoes — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams The Seesaw and the Shoes?

The Seesaw and the Shoes isn't streaming anywhere in Australia yet.

Is The Seesaw and the Shoes on Netflix?

No, The Seesaw and the Shoes is not on Netflix in Australia as of September 2026.

Is The Seesaw and the Shoes on Amazon Prime Video?

No, The Seesaw and the Shoes isn't on Amazon Prime Video in Australia right now.

Where can I watch The Seesaw and the Shoes for free?

The Seesaw and the Shoes isn't streaming in Australia yet, so there's no way to watch it free at the moment.

What is the OTT release date for The Seesaw and the Shoes?

The Seesaw and the Shoes hasn't started streaming in Australia yet. Based on the typical 6–8 week theatrical-to-streaming window, we estimate it will arrive around June 23, 1945. This is a prediction, not a confirmed date.