Busy Bodies
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.
Where to watch Busy Bodies in United States
Can I watch Busy Bodies in United States? Busy Bodies isn't on subscription streaming in United States right now, but you can rent or buy it on Apple TV Store.
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About Busy Bodies
Busy Bodies is a 1933 English-language comedy film directed by Lloyd French. The cast is led by Stan Laurel, Oliver Hardy, Dick Gilbert. It has a runtime of 0h 19m. Viewers rate it 7.3/10 across 100 ratings. In United States, it is available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store.
Busy Bodies was produced by Hal Roach Studios and Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer and made in United States of America. It was released on October 7, 1933, and carries a NR certification.
- Director
- Lloyd French
- Writers
- Stan Laurel, Stanley Rauh, Charley Rogers
- Release date
- October 7, 1933
- Original language
- English
- Age rating
- NR
- Status
- Released
- Country
- United States of America
- Production
- Hal Roach Studios, Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer
Busy Bodies cast & crew
Busy Bodies was directed by Lloyd French and written by Stan Laurel, Stanley Rauh, and Charley Rogers.
The cast features Stan Laurel as Stan, Oliver Hardy as Ollie, Dick Gilbert as Shoveler (uncredited), Charlie Hall as Shop Worker (uncredited), Jack Hill as Shop Worker (uncredited), and Tiny Sandford as Shop Foreman (uncredited).
Behind the camera, cinematography is by Art Lloyd and it was produced by Hal Roach.
Is Busy Bodies worth watching?
Busy Bodies holds an audience score of 7.3/10 from 99 ratings, marking it as well-reviewed comedy films.
At 0h 19m, it's an easy, time-light watch.
If you enjoy comedy, Busy Bodies is worth a place on your watchlist.
How and where to watch Busy Bodies
Busy Bodies isn't on a subscription service in United States right now, but you can rent or buy it on Apple TV Store.
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Cast of Busy Bodies
Stan Laurel
Stan
Oliver Hardy
Ollie
Dick Gilbert
Shoveler (uncredited)
Charlie Hall
Shop Worker (uncredited)
Jack Hill
Shop Worker (uncredited)
Tiny Sandford
Shop Foreman (uncredited)
Charley Young
Shop Worker (uncredited)
Busy Bodies — FAQs
▸Where can I watch Busy Bodies in United States?
Busy Bodies is not on subscription streaming in United States right now, but you can rent or buy it on Apple TV Store.
▸What language is Busy Bodies in?
Busy Bodies is originally in English. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.
▸How long is Busy Bodies?
Busy Bodies runs 0 hours 19 minutes (19 minutes).
▸What is Busy Bodies rated?
Busy Bodies is rated NR. It holds a 7.3/10 audience score from 99 ratings.
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