Abbott and Costello Meet Captain Kidd

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Abbott and Costello Meet Captain Kidd

1952

1h 10m

Comedy

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While working as waiters at a tavern, Rocky (Bud Abbott) and Puddin' Head (Lou Costello) get mixed up in the exploits of their pirate patrons -- the infamous Capt. Kidd (Charles Laughton) and his adversary, Capt. Bonney (Hillary Brooke). Joining the two buccaneers on a hunt for buried treasure, Rocky and Puddin' Head wind up in dangerous waters when Kidd decides that he wants the interlopers dead. When the hapless duo uncover Kidd's devious plan, they try to turn the tables on him.

Mike Massie

Gone With The Twins

Since everything about the film is substandard, Charles Laughton also seems to be taking a vacation from his usual, more esteemed works, despite reprising his role from 1945.

Rated: 2/10

Aug 15, 2020

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Kevin Carr

7M Pictures

plays more like a long television show than a feature film, which gives it a level of energy and fun

Rated: 3/5

Oct 14, 2013

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Jeffrey M. Anderson

Combustible Celluloid

Overall, the big production seems to keep the comedy team on their toes, and, while this never reaches the highs of their best films, it also feels a lot less lazy than their worst efforts.

Apr 21, 2011

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Phil Hall

Organica News

The only genuine point of interest is seeing Charles Laughton get his wish to play the buffoon.

Rated: 2/5

Sep 10, 2010

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Denny S

One of the two color films made for Warner Brothers in the 1950s (the other one was "Jack and the Beanstock"). While "Jack and the Beanstock" was made for children, this film at least tries to play to adults. The exchanges between Costello and Laughton make the film worth seeing once, as Laughton shows his ability to play low comedy pretty well. Like "Jack", this film fell into public domain, so there are poorly transferred copies around. Look for the official Warners release.

Rated 2.5 out of 5 stars

03/20/24

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steve d

Fun but unremarkable.

Rated 3 out of 5 stars

03/30/23

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Audience Member

Typical fare for the duo enlivened by Laughton.

Rated 2 out of 5 stars

02/27/23

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Audience Member

Musical comedy hijinks on the high seas aboard the dingy-est pirate ship ever.

Rated 2 out of 5 stars

01/14/23

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Audience Member

THE ONLY "FULL"COLOR MOVIE THE TEAM MADE, YET BY THE FIFTY`S BUD`S TIMING BEGAIN SLIPPING ;IF ONLY THIS FILM WERE MADE EARLIER !

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

02/18/23

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Audience Member

Lackluster comedy in an inferior Laurel & Hardy way. It's also a sad outing for Charles Laughton in what is a woeful role for him, but I'm sure he had fun making this slapstick.

Rated 2 out of 5 stars

02/06/23

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Charles Lamont

Director

Bud Abbott

Rocky Stonebridge

Lou Costello

Captain `'Puddin' head'` Feathergill

Charles Laughton

Capt. William Kidd

Hillary Brooke

Capt. Bonney

Fran Warren

Lady Jane

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Synopsis

While working as waiters at a tavern, Rocky (Bud Abbott) and Puddin' Head (Lou Costello) get mixed up in the exploits of their pirate patrons -- the infamous Capt. Kidd (Charles Laughton) and his adversary, Capt. Bonney (Hillary Brooke). Joining the two buccaneers on a hunt for buried treasure, Rocky and Puddin' Head wind up in dangerous waters when Kidd decides that he wants the interlopers dead. When the hapless duo uncover Kidd's devious plan, they try to turn the tables on him.

Director: Charles Lamont
Producer: Alex Gottlieb
Screenwriter: Howard Dimsdale, John Grant
Production Co: Warner Bros.
Genre: Comedy
Original Language: English
Release Date (DVD): Apr 1, 2011
Runtime: 1h 10m