Rumpus in the Harem (1956): cast, story & where to watch
1956 · Film · ★ 4.8
Released in 1956, Rumpus in the Harem is a comedy film directed by Jules White, running about 16 minutes. “Ha-Ha-Harem Hi-Hi-Hijinks!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Set in a desert land where the stooges run a restaurant, the boys need money to pay their fiancée's taxes, or the girls will be sold as slaves. Some crooks come into their restaurant and convince the boys to recover the stolen Rootin Tootin diamond. The stooges decide to return the diamond to the government and get the reward money. They learn that the Emir of Shmo has absconded with the contraband jewel. They journey to the stronghold of Shmo where they disguise as Santa Clauses and scare the ruler into giving them the diamond.
Who’s in it. Rumpus in the Harem stars Shemp Howard as Shemp (archive footage), Larry Fine as Larry, Moe Howard as Moe and Vernon Dent as Hassan Ben Sober (archive footage), among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.8/10, Rumpus in the Harem has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Rumpus in the Harem page.
If you liked it. Fans of Rumpus in the Harem tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Rumpus in the Harem (1956)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Rumpus in the Harem change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Rumpus in the Harem worth watching?
- Rumpus in the Harem holds an audience score of 4.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Rumpus in the Harem?
- Rumpus in the Harem stars Shemp Howard, Larry Fine, Moe Howard, Vernon Dent and George J. Lewis.
- When was Rumpus in the Harem released?
- Rumpus in the Harem was released in 1956, with a runtime of about 16 minutes.