Listen Judge 1952
"They're very long on laughs as very short-order cooks!"
In Listen Judge (1952), the iconic Three Stooges—Moe, Larry, and Shemp Howard—take center stage as bumbling but well-meaning fix-it men who find themselves in hot water after an innocent mix-up involving a stolen chicken.
Director: Edward Bernds
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Listen Judge (1952) about?
The Three Stooges accidentally get charged with stealing a chicken and end up in court, where their antics lead to a hilarious escape. They're then hired as handymen in a judge's home, but their incompetence turns a simple task into a series of disasters that ruin the judge's political campaign.
Who directed Listen Judge?
Listen Judge was directed by Edward Bernds, a filmmaker known for his work on comedy shorts, including several Three Stooges films.
Who stars in Listen Judge?
The main cast includes Shemp Howard, Larry Fine, and Moe Howard, the legendary trio from The Three Stooges, alongside Kitty McHugh, Vernon Dent, and Emil Sitka.
Is Listen Judge (1952) worth watching?
As a classic Three Stooges short, Listen Judge delivers rapid-fire slapstick humor and the trio's signature chaos in just 17 minutes. Fans of vintage comedy will appreciate its lighthearted absurdity, though modern viewers should expect the pacing and humor of its era.
How long is Listen Judge?
Listen Judge is a short film with a runtime of 17 minutes.
About Listen Judge (1952) — The Stooges' chaotic courtroom escape turns into a domestic disaster
In Listen Judge (1952), the iconic Three Stooges—Moe, Larry, and Shemp Howard—take center stage as bumbling but well-meaning fix-it men who find themselves in hot water after an innocent mix-up involving a stolen chicken. Their courtroom antics lead to a chaotic escape, landing them in the judge's household where their relentless mishaps inadvertently sabotage the judge's political ambitions. With their trademark slapstick humor and rapid-fire gags, the Stooges turn a simple doorbell repair into a full-blown comedy of errors, culminating in a flour-dusted finale that seals their fate—and the judge's fate at the polls.
Directed by Edward Bernds, this 17-minute short film captures the trio at their most chaotic, blending courtroom satire with domestic farce. The atmosphere is pure slapstick chaos, where every attempt to help backfires in spectacular fashion, leaving chaos in its wake. Themes of misplaced intentions and unintended consequences shine through their well-meaning but disastrous efforts, making Listen Judge a classic example of 1950s comedy at its finest.