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Helpmates

193220mJames Parrott
IMDb 7.7

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Ollie's house is a mess after a wild party from the previous night. Ollie receives a telegram from his wife (who is on vacation in Chicago), which tells him that she is returning home in the afternoon. Fearing his wife's wrath he calls Stan over to help him clean up. Things go downhill and they make more mess not less.

Comedy
Black And WhiteShort Film

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What is Helpmates (1932) about?

Ollie's house is a mess after a wild party from the previous night. Ollie receives a telegram from his wife (who is on vacation in Chicago), which tells him that she is returning home in the afternoon. Fearing his wife's wrath he calls Stan over to help him clean up. Things go downhill and they make more mess not less.

Who stars in Helpmates?

Helpmates stars Stan Laurel (Stan), Oliver Hardy (Ollie), Blanche Payson (Mrs. Hardy), Bobby Burns (Neighbor), Bob Callahan (Messenger). The film was directed by James Parrott.

How long is Helpmates?

Helpmates has a runtime of 20 min and premiered in 1932.

Is Helpmates worth watching?

Helpmates holds an IMDb rating of 7.7/10. Fans of Comedy are most likely to enjoy it — TasteRay can tell you how well it matches your personal taste.

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