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Abbott and Costello Meet Captain Kidd

U19521h 10mCharles Lamont
IMDb 5.7

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"It's one big roar, from shore to shore!"

Two hapless waiters in a tavern on the Spanish Main play cupid between aristocratic Lady Jane and tavern co-worker Bruce Martindale, but the two bumpkins mix-up a love letter with Captain Kidd's treasure map of Skull Island, leading to them being kidnapped and taken off to the notorious pirate's island.

ComedyAdventure
MusicalPiratePirate ShipCaptain Kidd17th CenturySupercinecolor

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What is Abbott and Costello Meet Captain Kidd (1952) about?

Two hapless waiters in a tavern on the Spanish Main play cupid between aristocratic Lady Jane and tavern co-worker Bruce Martindale, but the two bumpkins mix-up a love letter with Captain Kidd's treasure map of Skull Island, leading to them being kidnapped and taken off to the notorious pirate's island.

Who stars in Abbott and Costello Meet Captain Kidd?

Abbott and Costello Meet Captain Kidd stars Bud Abbott (Rocky Stonebridge), Lou Costello (Captain 'Puddin' head' Feathergill), Charles Laughton (Capt. William Kidd), Hillary Brooke (Capt. Bonney), Bill Shirley (Bruce Martingale). The film was directed by Charles Lamont.

How long is Abbott and Costello Meet Captain Kidd?

Abbott and Costello Meet Captain Kidd has a runtime of 1 min and premiered in 1952. It is rated U.

Is Abbott and Costello Meet Captain Kidd worth watching?

Abbott and Costello Meet Captain Kidd holds an IMDb rating of 5.7/10. Fans of Comedy, Adventure are most likely to enjoy it — TasteRay can tell you how well it matches your personal taste.

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