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4 Clowns

September 1, 1970 1h 37m 7.0/10 (3 votes)

Originally released in 1970. 4 Clowns is a feature film. directed by Robert Youngson.

Starring Stan Laurel, Oliver Hardy, and Buster Keaton

Synopsis

Robert Youngson once again compiles scenes from the golden age of comedy's silent film era. Laurel and Hardy are shown battling a gum machine, and Hardy is a debaucherous Romeo whose amorous plans are thwarted by Rex, the Wonder Horse. Charley Chase is hampered by hiccups and a female professor, and he fleeces a drunken Oliver Hardy with a mannequin in a nightclub. The third part finds bachelor Buster Keaton desperately trying to get married by 7:00 PM in order to collect a $7-million-dollar inheritance. Keaton is pursued by money-hungry prospects in one of the best chase scenes ever filmed. Narration is provided by Jay Jackson.

Quick Facts

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Release Date September 1, 1970 55 years ago
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Runtime 1h 37m 97 minutes total
User Rating 7.0/10 Great (3 votes)
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Language English Original language

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
EN

Production Companies

  • 20th Century Fox

Frequently Asked Questions

What is 4 Clowns about?

Robert Youngson once again compiles scenes from the golden age of comedy's silent film era. Laurel and Hardy are shown battling a gum machine, and Hardy is a debaucherous Romeo whose amorous plans ...

Who directed 4 Clowns?

4 Clowns was directed by Robert Youngson.

How long is 4 Clowns?

4 Clowns has a runtime of 1 hours and 37 minutes (97 minutes total).

When was 4 Clowns released?

4 Clowns was released on September 1, 1970 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in 4 Clowns?

The main cast of 4 Clowns includes Stan Laurel, Oliver Hardy, Buster Keaton, Jay Jackson, Charley Chase.