

I Can Hardly Wait
The stooges are defense workers who have trouble getting to sleep when Curly gets a toothache. Moe and Larry try various ways to remove the offending tooth, but nothing works so they take Curly to the dentist. While Moe gets in the chair to show Curly how easy its going to be, the dentist enters and pulls Moe's tooth by mistake. Curly then wakes up and realizes its all been a dream and a punch to the mouth from Moe dislodges the tooth.
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Plot Summary
A young boy eagerly awaits his birthday, counting down the days and hours until he can open his presents. He imagines all the wonderful toys he might receive, from a toy train to a drum. Finally, his birthday arrives, and he excitedly tears into his gifts, finding joy in each one.
Critical Reception
As a short animated film from Fleischer Studios, 'I Can Hardly Wait' is generally appreciated for its whimsical charm and classic animation style. It's often seen as a nostalgic piece that effectively captures the childlike anticipation of a birthday.
What Reviewers Say
- Delightful depiction of childhood excitement.
- Charming animation and a relatable theme.
- A sweet, nostalgic short film.
Google audience: Audiences often find the short heartwarming and enjoy its simple, innocent portrayal of a child's anticipation for their birthday.
Fun Fact
The voice of the young boy is provided by Pinto Colvig, who is also famously known as the original voice of Goofy for Disney.
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