Thicker Than Water
Oliver's in trouble with his wife after missing a payment on their furniture, having given the money to Stanley, who used it instead to pay Mrs. Hardy for his room and board. At Stan's suggestion Ollie then withdraws the couple's savings from the bank to pay for the furniture and inadvertently pays virtually the whole amount at an auction for a grandfather clock which is soon crushed under a passing truck. Mrs Hardy then unintentionally causes serious injuries to Ollie requiring him to be rushed to hospital for a blood transfusion. The doctor conscripts Stan to be the unwilling blood donor. Problems occur with the transfusion and when Stan and Ollie leave the hospital they appear to have morphed into each other.
In this short film, Stan Laurel and Oliver Hardy are down-on-their-luck cowboys trying to make a living. They encounter a beautiful rancher's daughter and her gruff father. Their attempts to impress the father and win the daughter's affection lead to a series of slapstick mishaps and comedic chaos.
As a short film from the Laurel and Hardy canon, 'Thicker Than Water' is generally regarded as a solid entry, showcasing their signature blend of physical comedy and character-driven humor. While not as iconic as some of their feature-length works, it is appreciated for its efficient storytelling and classic comedic routines.
Google audience: Audience reviews often highlight the timeless humor and the delightful performances of Laurel and Hardy, praising the short for its consistent comedic impact.
This short film was one of the last ones Laurel and Hardy made for the Hal Roach studio before moving to 20th Century Fox.
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