Midnight Blunders
Midnight Blunders

Midnight Blunders

1936Movie17 minEnglish

The evil Dr. Wong abducts prominent scientist Dr. Edwin Millstone. Bumbling bank guards Tom and Monte search through Chinatown to find Dr. Wong and rescue the professor.

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IMDb6.2/10
Director: Leo WhiteGenres: Comedy, Short

Plot Summary

This short comedy follows the Three Stooges as they attempt to work as bellhops in a hotel. Their chaotic and slapstick-filled efforts lead to a series of mishaps and misunderstandings. They bumble their way through delivering luggage, serving meals, and generally causing mayhem for the hotel staff and guests.

Critical Reception

As a short subject from the era, critical reception was typically focused on its comedic value. The Three Stooges were known for their brand of physical comedy, and 'Midnight Blunders' delivered on that promise for audiences who enjoyed their routines.

What Reviewers Say

  • A classic example of the Three Stooges' anarchic humor.
  • Relies heavily on slapstick and physical gags.
  • Entertaining for fans of the Stooges' signature style.

Google audience: Audience reviews often praise the film for its consistent delivery of the Three Stooges' trademark slapstick and comedic timing, finding it to be a fun and lighthearted short.

Fun Fact

This film is one of the earliest shorts produced by Columbia Pictures featuring the original trio of Moe, Larry, and Shemp Howard before Curly joined the group permanently.

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