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The Three Stooges in Orbit
The fate of the planet in the hands of Larry, Moe and Curly Joe? That's exactly the situation the trio finds themselves in when they befriend a wacky scientist and must defend his secret invention from a pair of malevolent Martians. Sight gags, slapstick and plenty of nyuks abound as the Stooges bumble their way through an adventure of intergalactic proportions.
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Plot Summary
When a group of Martians land on Earth intending to conquer it, the bumbling Three Stooges are accidentally recruited by the U.S. Army to help thwart their invasion. The trio's ineptitude surprisingly becomes their greatest asset as they inadvertently sabotage the alien's plans and battle their way through spaceships and ray guns.
Critical Reception
While "The Three Stooges in Orbit" is not highly regarded by critics, it is a classic example of the trio's slapstick humor and low-budget sci-fi antics of the era. Audiences familiar with the Stooges' style generally find it an amusing, albeit predictable, entry in their filmography.
What Reviewers Say
Fans of The Three Stooges will find their signature slapstick and verbal humor present.
The science fiction elements are rudimentary and serve primarily as a backdrop for the comedy.
The film is a typical low-budget production of its time, relying heavily on the established antics of the lead actors.
Google audience: Information on specific Google user reviews for this film is not readily available, but general sentiment from fans of the Three Stooges often highlights their enduring appeal and comedic performances.
Fun Fact
The film features an early role for actor George Jessel, who plays himself and narrates part of the movie, albeit in a rather unenthusiastic manner.
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