Overview
Two families embark on a pleasant Sunday picnic but manage to run into a variety of issues with their temperamental automobile. Each incident requires repeated exits and reboardings by Laurel, Hardy, their wives and grouchy, gout-ridden Uncle Edgar.
MovieMagicScore Overview
Auto-generatedThis 1929 short comedy directed by James Parrott showcases the timeless slapstick chemistry of Laurel and Hardy as two families set out for a simple Sunday picnic. Their plans unravel into escalating mishaps centered on a stubborn automobile, complete with repeated false starts, bickering spouses, and a gout-stricken uncle. Built on physical gags, mounting frustration, and impeccable comic timing, the film distills the duo's gift for turning small annoyances into glorious chaos. Lighthearted and broadly appealing, it suits fans of classic silent-era comedy and anyone curious about cinema's enduring comic traditions. It carries a MagicMovieScore of 6.9.
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Top Cast
Stan Laurel
Stan
Oliver Hardy
Ollie
Edgar Kennedy
Uncle Edgar
Kay Deslys
Mrs. Hardy
Isabelle Keith
Mrs. Laurel
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Movie Info
Release Date
August 10, 1929
Runtime
0h 19m
Rating
NR
Genres
Comedy
Director