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When Comedy Was King

When Comedy Was King

You Never Dreamed a Film Could Be So Funny

A compilation featuring comedic stars of the silent era including Fatty Arbuckle, Charles Chaplin, Buster Keaton, Charley Chase, and Laurel and Hardy.

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Movie Details

  • Original Title: When Comedy Was King
  • Genres: Drama, Comedy, Documentary
  • Release Date: 1960-03-29
  • Runtime: 81 minutes
  • Rating: 6.7/10 (6 votes)
  • Budget: $0
  • Revenue: $0
  • Production Companies: Robert Youngson Productions
  • Status: Released
  • Popularity: 2.2241
  • Languages: English

Cast & Crew

Roscoe 'Fatty' Arbuckle

Roscoe 'Fatty' Arbuckle

as edited from 'Fatty & Mabel Adrift' (archive footage)

Wallace Beery

Wallace Beery

as edited from 'Teddy at The throttle' (archive footage)

Charlie Chaplin

Charlie Chaplin

as edited from 'His Trysting Place, ' 'The Masqurader, ' and 'Kid Auto at Venice.' (archive footage)

Charley Chase

Charley Chase

as edited from 'Movie Night' (archive footage)

Buster Keaton

Buster Keaton

as edited from 'Cops' (archive footage)

Edgar Kennedy

Edgar Kennedy

as edited from 'A Pair of Tights' (archive footage)

Harry Langdon

Harry Langdon

as edited from 'The First 100 Years'

Stan Laurel

Stan Laurel

as edited from 'Big Business' (archive footage)

Oliver Hardy

Oliver Hardy

as edited from 'Big Business' (archive footage)

Mabel Normand

Mabel Normand

as edited from 'Fatty & Mabel Adrift' (archive footage)

Trailers & Clips

John Landis on WHEN COMEDY WAS KING

External Links

Keywords

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is When Comedy Was King?

When Comedy Was King is a Drama, Comedy, Documentary movie directed by . It was released on 1960-03-29.

Who are the main actors in When Comedy Was King?

The main cast includes Roscoe 'Fatty' Arbuckle, Wallace Beery, Charlie Chaplin, Charley Chase, Buster Keaton, .

Where can I watch When Comedy Was King online?

You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if When Comedy Was King is available.

Is When Comedy Was King based on a true story?

You Never Dreamed a Film Could Be So Funny

What is the IMDb rating of When Comedy Was King?

When Comedy Was King has an IMDb rating of 6.7/10 based on 6 votes.

What is the budget and revenue of When Comedy Was King?

The movie had a production budget of $0 and earned $0 at the box office.

Who composed the soundtrack for When Comedy Was King?

The soundtrack was composed by Robert Youngson Productions. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.

Where was When Comedy Was King filmed?

When Comedy Was King was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.

How long is When Comedy Was King?

The total runtime of When Comedy Was King is 81 minutes.

Is When Comedy Was King suitable for kids?

The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.

Will there be a sequel to When Comedy Was King?

There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to When Comedy Was King.

Does When Comedy Was King have a post-credit scene?

Some movies include post-credit scenes. Stay till the end to find out!

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