4 Clowns (1970): cast, story & where to watch
1970 · Film
Released in 1970, 4 Clowns is a notable film directed by Robert Youngson, running about 97 minutes.
What it’s about. Robert Youngson once again compiles scenes from the golden age of comedy's silent film era. Laurel and Hardy are shown battling a gum machine, and Hardy is a debaucherous Romeo whose amorous plans are thwarted by Rex, the Wonder Horse. Charley Chase is hampered by hiccups and a female professor, and he fleeces a drunken Oliver Hardy with a mannequin in a nightclub. The third part finds bachelor Buster Keaton desperately trying to get married by 7:00 PM in order to collect a $7-million-dollar inheritance. Keaton is pursued by money-hungry prospects in one of the best chase scenes ever filmed. Narration is provided by Jay Jackson.
Who’s in it. 4 Clowns stars Stan Laurel as (archive footage), Oliver Hardy as (archive footage), Buster Keaton as (archive footage) and Jay Jackson as Narration (voice), among others.
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Frequently asked
- Where can I watch 4 Clowns (1970)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for 4 Clowns change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in 4 Clowns?
- 4 Clowns stars Stan Laurel, Oliver Hardy, Buster Keaton, Jay Jackson and Charley Chase.
- When was 4 Clowns released?
- 4 Clowns was released in 1970, with a runtime of about 97 minutes.