Flying Elephants

Comedy, Silent

The narrative unfolds within a Stone Age setting, where the ruler of the cave-dwelling populace mandates that all males aged 13 to 99 must secure a female partner or risk exile.

Hardy embarks on a quest to find a spouse, enduring repeated blows from irate "husbands" in his pursuit. Eventually, he encounters a potential mate but remains unaware that Laurel, his companion, also seeks her hand in marriage.

As Laurel and Hardy vie for the same woman, their rivalry escalates, leading to a series of competitions to win her favor. In a pivotal scene, Laurel attempts to eliminate his competitor by luring him to a precarious cliff edge.

However, his scheme is thwarted when a hostile goat intervenes, causing Hardy to plummet from the precipice.

Seizing the opportunity, Laurel claims victory and the affections of the coveted bride-to-be. (Wikipedia)

Movie Info

Directed by: Frank Butler
Written by: Hal Roach, H.M. Walker (titles)
Produced by: Hal Roach

Starring: Stan Laurel, Oliver Hardy, Jimmy Finlayson, Edna Marion, Dorothy Coburn, Viola Richard, Fay Lanphier, Budd Fine, Tiny Sandford, Leo Willis
Distributed by: Pathé Exchange

Release date: February 12, 1928
Running time: 17 minutes
Country: United States
Languages: Silent film, English (Original intertitles)

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