Where can I watch Abbott and Costello Meet Captain Kidd (1952)?

In US, Abbott and Costello Meet Captain Kidd is available to stream on HBO Max Amazon Channel, YouTube TV and HBO Max. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.

Is Abbott and Costello Meet Captain Kidd worth watching?

Abbott and Costello Meet Captain Kidd holds an audience score of 6.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and adventure. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.

Who stars in Abbott and Costello Meet Captain Kidd?

Abbott and Costello Meet Captain Kidd stars Bud Abbott, Lou Costello, Charles Laughton, Hillary Brooke and Bill Shirley.

When was Abbott and Costello Meet Captain Kidd released?

Abbott and Costello Meet Captain Kidd was released in 1952, with a runtime of about 70 minutes.

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Abbott and Costello Meet Captain Kidd (1952): cast, story & where to watch

1952 · Film · ★ 6

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Released in 1952, Abbott and Costello Meet Captain Kidd is a comedy and adventure film directed by Charles Lamont, running about 70 minutes. “It's one big roar, from shore to shore!” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. Two hapless waiters in a tavern on the Spanish Main play cupid between aristocratic Lady Jane and tavern co-worker Bruce Martindale, but the two bumpkins mix-up a love letter with Captain Kidd's treasure map of Skull Island, leading to them being kidnapped and taken off to the notorious pirate's island.

Who’s in it. Abbott and Costello Meet Captain Kidd stars Bud Abbott as Rocky Stonebridge, Lou Costello as Captain 'Puddin' head' Feathergill, Charles Laughton as Capt. William Kidd and Hillary Brooke as Capt. Bonney, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, Abbott and Costello Meet Captain Kidd has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.

Where to watch. In US you can stream it on HBO Max Amazon Channel, YouTube TV, HBO Max and Artiflix. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Abbott and Costello Meet Captain Kidd page.

If you liked it. Fans of Abbott and Costello Meet Captain Kidd tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.

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Frequently asked

Where can I watch Abbott and Costello Meet Captain Kidd (1952)?: In US, Abbott and Costello Meet Captain Kidd is available to stream on HBO Max Amazon Channel, YouTube TV and HBO Max. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
Is Abbott and Costello Meet Captain Kidd worth watching?: Abbott and Costello Meet Captain Kidd holds an audience score of 6.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and adventure. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Abbott and Costello Meet Captain Kidd?: Abbott and Costello Meet Captain Kidd stars Bud Abbott, Lou Costello, Charles Laughton, Hillary Brooke and Bill Shirley.
When was Abbott and Costello Meet Captain Kidd released?: Abbott and Costello Meet Captain Kidd was released in 1952, with a runtime of about 70 minutes.