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The well-known explorer and hunter Captain Spaulding has just returned from Africa, and is being welcomed home with a lavish party at the estate of influential society matron Mrs. Rittenhouse (Margaret Dumont) when a valuable painting goes missing. The intrepid Captain Spaulding attempts to solve the crime with the help of his silly secretary Horatio Jamison, while sparring with the anarchic Signor Emanuel Ravelli and his nutty sidekick The Professor.
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Mordaunt Hall New York Times 01/28/2006
This mad affair suits the principals and its absurdities brought forth gales of laughter yesterday afternoon. Go to Full Review
Mike Massie Gone With The Twins Apr 24
6/10
Curiously, for a Marx Brothers comedy, this one is a touch overstuffed, with time added to sing an extra song or two, or for Chico to play more than one composition on the piano (Harpo gets to strum the harp, of course, which is requisite). Go to Full Review
Danielle Solzman Solzy at the Movies 11/15/2023
4/5
Animal Crackers is an improvement on The Cocoanuts with The Marx Brothers bringing the funny in a way that only they can. Go to Full Review
Matt Brunson Film Frenzy 11/12/2023
3/4
This and The Cocoanuts squeak by on the top-notch comedy quotient. Go to Full Review
Francois Truffaut Arts (France) 05/06/2022
One laughs with this movie as much as one did twenty years ago. The extraordinary sequences of the bridge party and Harpo’s arrival are as irresistible as they used to be. Go to Full Review
David Sterritt Christian Science Monitor 08/06/2021
Flaws, miscalculations, and songs notwithstanding, Animal Crackers is a peach. Go to Full Review
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Stephen C @bob25009 Nov 23 Funny in 01 hour, 38 minutes, and 13 seconds!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! All ages admitted!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! See more Robert S 07/29/2024 I watched this one along with Duck Soup and Horse Feathers very recently. If you enjoy Marx Brothers, you'll enjoy this movie, if you're new to them I'd watch Duck Soup or one of the others first. See more Tony S 07/21/2024 A classic? If you love the Marx Brothers. I like the Marx Brothers, but this was a bit silly for me. See more John Y @JYJr16 07/15/2024 First time I’ve seen this movie in decades. This film has either been restored or the version(s) I had seen before have either been edited, damaged and/or incomplete. The scenes I hadn’t seen before were great and made the film that much better. An early Marx classic. See more acsdoug D @acsdoug 05/17/2024 One of the Marx Brothers' best. See more Robert L 01/20/2024 A riotous comedy classic that showcases the Marx Brothers' genius In the annals of comedy, few names shine as brightly as the Marx Brothers. Harpo, Chico, Zeppo, and Groucho, a quartet of sibling performers, brought a unique brand of anarchy, wit, and physical humor to the silver screen, leaving audiences in stitches from the time their first film, "The Cocoanuts," debuted in 1929. Their second feature, "Animal Crackers," released the following year, further cemented their status as comedic legends. Groucho Takes Center Stage Groucho Marx, the sharp-tongued, cigar-chomping ringleader of the group, steals the show with his unmatched wit and quick-fire banter. His character, Captain Spaulding, a self-proclaimed explorer and ladies' man, is a perfect vehicle for Groucho's signature brand of humor, a blend of innuendo, punny wordplay, and sly observations about the absurdity of human nature. A Chorus of Comic Geniuses While Groucho is the undisputed star, the other Marx Brothers also shine in their own unique ways. Harpo, the silent but expressive member of the troupe, communicates through pantomime and musical hijinks, often leaving audiences in stitches with his mischievous antics and uncanny ability to make us laugh without saying a word. Chico, with his thick Italian accent and penchant for nonsensical lyrics, adds a layer of musical comedy to the mix, while Zeppo, the straight man of the group, plays the straight-laced foil to his brothers' antics. A Classic Comedy Showcase "Animal Crackers" is a comedy classic for a reason. It's packed with hilarious scenes, quotable lines, and a sense of improvisational chaos that's sure to tickle even the most jaded of comedy fans. From the opening scene, where the brothers crash a society party hosted by the wealthy Mrs. Rittenhouse (Margaret Dumont), to the climactic bridge game where Groucho's outrageous behavior sends the entire room into a tailspin, there's no shortage of laughs to be had. A Timeless Delight Despite being over 90 years old, "Animal Crackers" remains as fresh and funny as ever. Its timeless humor, sharp wit, and undeniable charm have ensured its place among the greatest comedies ever made. Whether you're a longtime fan of the Marx Brothers or a newcomer to their comedic genius, "Animal Crackers" is a must-see for anyone who appreciates the art of comedy. See more Read all reviews
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Synopsis The well-known explorer and hunter Captain Spaulding has just returned from Africa, and is being welcomed home with a lavish party at the estate of influential society matron Mrs. Rittenhouse (Margaret Dumont) when a valuable painting goes missing. The intrepid Captain Spaulding attempts to solve the crime with the help of his silly secretary Horatio Jamison, while sparring with the anarchic Signor Emanuel Ravelli and his nutty sidekick The Professor.
Director
Victor Heerman
Screenwriter
Morrie Ryskind
Distributor
Paramount Pictures, MCA/Universal Pictures [us]
Production Co
Paramount Pictures
Rating
G
Genre
Comedy
Original Language
English
Release Date (Theaters)
Aug 28, 1930, Original
Release Date (Streaming)
Oct 8, 2020
Runtime
1h 37m
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