Crabbin' in the Cabin
Crabbin' in the Cabin

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Crabbin' in the Cabin

1948
Movie
18 min
English

Wally and Eddie's hunting trip is interrupted by the unexpected arrival of their wives.

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IMDb6.1/10
Director: Sidney MillerGenres: Comedy, Short

Plot Summary

A pair of bumbling fishermen, Moe and Larry, are on a mission to catch the legendary Giant Crab. Their quest takes them to a secluded cabin where they encounter a series of absurd obstacles and a formidable landlady who guards the secret of the crab.

Critical Reception

As a short comedy film from the era, 'Crabbin' in the Cabin' was generally seen as lighthearted entertainment, relying on slapstick humor and the comedic timing of its stars. While not critically acclaimed, it provided amusement for its target audience.

What Reviewers Say

  • The film is praised for its classic Three Stooges-style slapstick and physical comedy.

  • Shemp Howard's performance is noted as a highlight, delivering familiar comedic antics.

  • The plot is simple and serves as a framework for the gags, typical of shorts from this period.

Google audience: Audience reviews often fondly recall the film as a nostalgic piece of short comedy history, appreciating the straightforward humor and the comedic talents of the cast, particularly Shemp Howard.

Fun Fact

This short film is one of many produced by Columbia Pictures featuring the Three Stooges, though in this particular entry, only Shemp Howard is prominently featured, with other actors filling the roles of his comedic partners.

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