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One Good Turn (1931)

Movie ★ 6.9 20 min

Comedy

Down and out Stan and Ollie beg for food from a friendly old lady who provides them with sandwiches. While eating, they overhear the lady's landlord tell her he's going to throw her out because she can't pay her mortgage. They don't realize that the old lady is really rehearsing for a play. Stan and Ollie decide to help the old lady by selling their car. During the auction a drunk puts a wallet in Stan's pocket. Ollie accuses Stan of robbing the old lady, but when the truth is revealed Stan takes revenge on Ollie.

James W. Horne Director Stan Laurel Writer James Parrott Writer Charley Rogers Writer

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Quick facts

Released
October 31, 1931
Runtime
20 min
Rating
NR
IMDb
tt0022227
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Themes

Cast

Stan Laurel Stan Laurel Stan Oliver Hardy Oliver Hardy Ollie Mary Carr Mary Carr Old Lady James Finlayson James Finlayson A Community Player Billy Gilbert Billy Gilbert Drunk Dorothy Granger Dorothy Granger A Community Player (uncredited) Harry 'Snub' Pollard Harry 'Snub' Pollard A Community Player (uncredited)

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Frequently asked questions

What is One Good Turn about?
Down and out Stan and Ollie beg for food from a friendly old lady who provides them with sandwiches. While eating, they overhear the lady's landlord tell her he's going to throw her out because she can't pay her mortgage. They don't realize that the old lady is really rehearsing for a play. Stan and Ollie decide to help the old lady by selling their car. During the auction a drunk puts a wallet in Stan's pocket. Ollie accuses Stan of robbing the old lady, but when the truth is revealed Stan takes revenge on Ollie.
Who directed One Good Turn?
One Good Turn was directed by James W. Horne.
Who stars in One Good Turn?
One Good Turn stars Stan Laurel, Oliver Hardy, Mary Carr, James Finlayson.
When was One Good Turn released?
One Good Turn is a 1931 comedy film.
Where can I watch One Good Turn?
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