The Magnificent Six and ½: It's Not Cricket

In this short film, a group of six men, aided by a seventh, attempt to put on a cricket match. However, their efforts are plagued by incompetence and chaos, leading to a series of comedic mishaps. The plot follows their bumbling attempts to organize and play the game, often at the expense of common sense and safety.

As a short comedy film from the era, 'It's Not Cricket' is primarily remembered for its cast, particularly the legendary Buster Keaton in one of his final appearances. While not a critical masterpiece, it offered lighthearted amusement typical of Columbia Pictures' shorts. Audience reception was generally positive for fans of slapstick and vaudeville-style humor.

• A lighthearted and chaotic comedy short.

• Features a notable appearance by Buster Keaton.

• Relies on slapstick and physical gags for humor.

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This film is notable for being one of Buster Keaton's final film appearances, released shortly before his death in 1966, although it was compiled from outtakes and unfinished scenes of an earlier project.