When Comedy Was King(1960)
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When Comedy Was King Synopsis
A compilation featuring comedic stars of the silent era including Fatty Arbuckle, Charles Chaplin, Buster Keaton, Charley Chase, and Laurel and Hardy.
When Comedy Was King (1960) is a drama, comedy and documentary film directed by Robert Youngson, released on March 29, 1960 with a runtime of 1h 21m. It stars Roscoe Arbuckle, Wallace Beery, Charlie Chaplin and Charley Chase. Viewers rate it 6.5 out of 10 across 11 ratings.
- Director:
- Robert Youngson
- Writers:
- Robert Youngson
- Production:
- Robert Youngson Productions
- Status:
- Released
When Comedy Was King (1960) Trailer
Watch the official trailer for When Comedy Was King before you stream it.
When Comedy Was King Cast & Crew
Main cast
Roscoe Arbuckle
as (archive footage) (uncredited)
Wallace Beery
as (archive footage) (uncredited)
Charlie Chaplin
as (archive footage) (uncredited)
Charley Chase
as (archive footage) (uncredited)
Buster Keaton
as (archive footage) (uncredited)
Edgar Kennedy
as (archive footage) (uncredited)
Harry Langdon
as (archive footage) (uncredited)
Stan Laurel
as (archive footage) (uncredited)
Oliver Hardy
as (archive footage) (uncredited)
Mabel Normand
as (archive footage) (uncredited)
Gloria Swanson
as (archive footage) (uncredited)
Ben Turpin
as (archive footage) (uncredited)
Key crew
Directed by Robert Youngson, written by Robert Youngson.
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When Comedy Was King Reviews & Ratings
Average viewer score of 6.5/10 from 11 ratings.
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When Comedy Was King – Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch When Comedy Was King online?
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When Comedy Was King (1960) does not have a confirmed streaming, rental or digital purchase option listed for your region yet. Availability is refreshed regularly, so check back for updates.
Who stars in When Comedy Was King?
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The main cast of When Comedy Was King (1960) includes Roscoe Arbuckle, Wallace Beery, Charlie Chaplin, Charley Chase and Buster Keaton. The film was directed by Robert Youngson. You can see the full cast and crew list, with character names, further up this page.
When was When Comedy Was King released?
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When Comedy Was King was released on March 29, 1960 and runs for 1h 21m.
Is When Comedy Was King worth watching?
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When Comedy Was King (1960) holds an average rating of 6.5 out of 10 from 11 viewer votes, and is a good pick if you enjoy drama, comedy and documentary films. Read the viewer reviews on this page to decide for yourself.
Is there a trailer for When Comedy Was King?
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Yes. The official When Comedy Was King trailer is embedded in the trailer section of this page and plays instantly, no download or sign-up required.