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Movie poster: Block-Heads (1938)
🎬 Movie

Block-Heads

1938 · 57 min Comedy War
6.9 / 10 · TMDB

It's 1938, but Stan doesn't know the war is over; he's still patrolling the trenches in France, and shoots down a French aviator. Oliver sees his old chum's picture in the paper and goes to visit Stan who has now been returned to the States and invites him back to his home.

📋 Film Details

Year 1938
Country United States of America
Genre Comedy, War
Director John G. Blystone
Runtime 57 min.
Rating TMDB: 6.9/10 (144 votes)

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🎬 MovieFinder's Take

This is a comedy that knows its limits. Doesn't reach for grotesque when irony is enough, doesn't ask the audience to take things too seriously.

Worth watching for a good mood and a couple of genuinely funny moments. Doesn't promise depth — but doesn't pretend to have it either.

Good for watching with people who need to unwind after a long day. Not for those seeking depth.

Director: John G. Blystone

— MovieFinder Editorial

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Viewing atmosphere: With friends or a partner when you don't want anything complicated. Good mood guaranteed.

🎭 Cast

Stan Laurel

Stan Laurel

Stan

Oliver Hardy

Oliver Hardy

Ollie

Patricia Ellis

Patricia Ellis

Mrs. 'Toots' Gilbert

Minna Gombell

Minna Gombell

Mrs. Hardy

Billy Gilbert

Billy Gilbert

Mr. Gilbert

James Finlayson

James Finlayson

Man on Stairs

Tommy Bond

Tommy Bond

Neighbor's Son

Harry Earles

Harry Earles

Midget in the elevator (uncredited)

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