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Abbott and Costello Meet Captain Kidd

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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.

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Mike Massie Gone With The Twins 08/15/2020
2/10
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. Go to Full Review Kevin Carr 7M Pictures 10/14/2013
3/5
plays more like a long television show than a feature film, which gives it a level of energy and fun Go to Full Review Jeffrey M. Anderson Combustible Celluloid 04/21/2011
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. Go to Full Review Phil Hall Organica News 09/10/2010
2/5
The only genuine point of interest is seeing Charles Laughton get his wish to play the buffoon. Go to Full Review Read all reviews

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Denny S @pinetree51 03/20/2024 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. See more steve d 01/08/2023 Fun but unremarkable. See more 06/14/2014 Typical fare for the duo enlivened by Laughton. See more 06/14/2014 Musical comedy hijinks on the high seas aboard the dingy-est pirate ship ever. See more 02/16/2013 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 ! See more 01/19/2013 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. See more Read all reviews
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Cast & Crew

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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