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Slaphappy Sleuths (1950): cast, story & where to watch

1950 · Film · ★ 7.7

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Released in 1950, Slaphappy Sleuths is a comedy film directed by Jules White, running about 16 minutes. “The Stooges fool around with their own form of Laughing Gas!” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. The stooges are investigators for the Onion Oil company. The company's service stations are being robbed by a gang of crooks, so the boys pose as gas station attendants to capture the bad guys.

Who’s in it. Slaphappy Sleuths stars Moe Howard as Moe, Larry Fine as Larry, Stanley Blystone as Crook and Shemp Howard as Shemp, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 7.7/10, Slaphappy Sleuths has been warmly received by audiences.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Slaphappy Sleuths page.

If you liked it. Fans of Slaphappy Sleuths tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Slaphappy Sleuths (1950)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Slaphappy Sleuths change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Slaphappy Sleuths worth watching?
Slaphappy Sleuths holds an audience score of 7.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy. Most viewers rate it highly.
Who stars in Slaphappy Sleuths?
Slaphappy Sleuths stars Moe Howard, Larry Fine, Stanley Blystone, Shemp Howard and Emil Sitka.
When was Slaphappy Sleuths released?
Slaphappy Sleuths was released in 1950, with a runtime of about 16 minutes.