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9/10While the plot's comparatively thin, this is a very enjoyable short film from the boys with some of the finest gags, and is thus essential viewing for comedic fans of all ages and of any filmic era.
Reviewed on June 26, 2016
Busy Bodies(1933)
7.3(99)19m1933-10-07
Comedy
Busy Bodies Synopsis
In this short film, Laurel and Hardy wage battle with inanimate objects, their co-workers, and the laws of physics during a routine work day at a sawmill.
Busy Bodies (1933) is a comedy film directed by Lloyd French, released on October 7, 1933 with a runtime of 19m. It stars Stan Laurel, Oliver Hardy, Dick Gilbert and Charlie Hall. Viewers rate it 7.3 out of 10 across 99 ratings.
- Director:
- Lloyd French
- Writers:
- Stan Laurel, Oliver Hardy, Stanley Rauh
- Producers:
- Hal Roach
- Cinematographer:
- Art Lloyd
- Production:
- Hal Roach Studios, Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer
- Status:
- Released
Busy Bodies (1933) Trailer
Watch the official trailer for Busy Bodies before you stream it.
Busy Bodies Cast & Crew
Main cast
Stan Laurel
as Stan
Oliver Hardy
as Ollie
Dick Gilbert
as Shoveler (uncredited)
Charlie Hall
as Shop Worker (uncredited)
- Jack Hill
Jack Hill
as Shop Worker (uncredited)
Tiny Sandford
as Shop Foreman (uncredited)
- Charley Young
Charley Young
as Shop Worker (uncredited)
Key crew
Directed by Lloyd French, written by Stan Laurel, Oliver Hardy and Stanley Rauh, produced by Hal Roach.
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Busy Bodies Reviews & Ratings
Average viewer score of 7.3/10 from 99 ratings.
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Busy Bodies – Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch Busy Bodies online?
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Busy Bodies (1933) is currently available to rent or buy from Apple TV Store. No subscription streaming option is listed right now, so availability may change.
Who stars in Busy Bodies?
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The main cast of Busy Bodies (1933) includes Stan Laurel, Oliver Hardy, Dick Gilbert, Charlie Hall and Jack Hill. The film was directed by Lloyd French. You can see the full cast and crew list, with character names, further up this page.
When was Busy Bodies released?
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Busy Bodies was released on October 7, 1933 and runs for 19m.
Is Busy Bodies worth watching?
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Busy Bodies (1933) holds an average rating of 7.3 out of 10 from 99 viewer votes, and is a good pick if you enjoy comedy films. Read the viewer reviews on this page to decide for yourself.
Is there a trailer for Busy Bodies?
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Yes. The official Busy Bodies trailer is embedded in the trailer section of this page and plays instantly, no download or sign-up required.