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Hold That Lion!
The stooges are scammed out of their inheritance by Icabob Slipp, a crooked lawyer. The boys follow Slipp onto a passenger train and corner him, but not before they accidentally let a lion loose on the train. The only Stooges SHORT where Moe, Curly and Shemp appear together.
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Plot Summary
A struggling circus performer inherits a lion, which he must protect from a greedy uncle who wants to sell it. Along the way, he encounters a cast of colorful characters and gets into various comical predicaments. The film follows his efforts to keep the lion safe and out of trouble.
Critical Reception
Hold That Lion! is a lighthearted comedy largely forgotten by mainstream critics, but it holds a nostalgic charm for fans of its era's B-movies. Its humor is simple and slapstick-oriented, appealing to family audiences of the time.
What Reviewers Say
Features predictable, slapstick humor suitable for younger audiences.
Relies on a simple premise with a clear good-versus-evil narrative.
Offers a glimpse into the simple comedic style of mid-20th-century family films.
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Fun Fact
The film is notable for featuring a live lion, whose presence drives much of the comedic action and plot complications.
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