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Who's a Dummy?
Mrs. Errol, rehearsing for a play but keeping it a secret from Leon, forces him to take a taxi, as she needs the family car. The taxi driver tells Leon a tale of a love triangle that sets Leon's imagination on fire. He follows his wife and discovers her rehearsing a love scene with an actor, and he thinks it is real. He is leaving when he hears a pistol shot and rushes back, to discover his wife stuffing a dummy in a hamper, but he thinks it is a real body. To protect his wife, Leon steals the hamper, and is almost lynched by a crowd who also thinks the hamper contains a real body.
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Plot Summary
In this short comedy, the Three Stooges are hired as houseboys for a wealthy, eccentric woman. They are tasked with caring for her prized poodle, but their usual brand of slapstick chaos ensues, leading to a series of mishaps and misunderstandings.
Critical Reception
As a short from the prolific Columbia Pictures era of the Three Stooges, 'Who's a Dummy?' is generally regarded as a typical entry, appreciated by fans for its consistent slapstick and the dynamic between the main trio. While not always cited as one of their absolute best, it holds its own within their extensive body of work.
What Reviewers Say
Reliably zany antics from the beloved comedy trio.
A solid example of the Stooges' signature brand of physical comedy.
Offers the expected level of chaotic fun and gags.
Google audience: Audience reviews often highlight the classic Three Stooges formula of fast-paced gags and physical humor, with many finding the short to be an entertaining and amusing watch for fans of the group.
Fun Fact
This short film is notable for being one of the few Three Stooges shorts where Shemp Howard is not present, as the film features the original lineup of Moe, Larry, and Curly Howard.
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