Who Done It?
Who Done It?

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Who Done It?

1949
Movie
17 min
English

The stooges are private detectives looking for a missing millionaire. They wander around the millionaire's spooky mansion confronting various crooks and a dangerous dame. The stooges vanquish the crooks (Shemp uses his "trusty shovel") and find the missing man.

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IMDb6.4/10
Director: Robert SinclairGenres: Comedy, Mystery, Musical

Plot Summary

A struggling songwriter, facing eviction, takes a job as a newspaper delivery boy and stumbles into a murder investigation. He and his friends attempt to solve the crime themselves, leading to a series of comical misunderstandings and musical numbers. The investigation unfolds within a chaotic apartment building filled with eccentric characters.

Critical Reception

While not a major critical success upon release, 'Who Done It?' is remembered fondly for its slapstick comedy and energetic musical sequences, particularly those featuring Donald O'Connor. Buster Keaton's presence adds a touch of classic silent comedy, though his role is more supporting. It's often seen as a lighthearted and entertaining, albeit formulaic, musical mystery.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its energetic musical numbers and slapstick.

  • Buster Keaton's iconic presence is a highlight.

  • Considered a pleasant, if somewhat predictable, musical comedy.

Google audience: Audience reception data is not readily available for this film.

Fun Fact

This film marked one of Buster Keaton's last significant appearances in a Hollywood studio film, showcasing his enduring physical comedy skills even in his later years.

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