The Battle of the Century (1927)

Name: The Battle of the Century
Genre: Comedy
Released: 1927
Duration: 19 min
Rating: 6.8
Cast: Stan Laurel, Oliver Hardy, Dorothy Coburn, Lou Costello, Anita Garvin

19m United States of America

Comedy

Plot

A cunning fight manager secures a hefty insurance policy on his underdog boxer, who is far from formidable. Eager to cash in, he concocts a scheme to stage an "accident" during the upcoming match, hoping to profit from his fighter’s misfortunes. As the manager’s plans unfold, the stakes rise, leading to a series of comedic mishaps and unexpected twists, all while testing the limits of loyalty and ambition. The story cleverly explores the lengths one will go for financial gain in the world of boxing.

Cast

Stan Laurel Oliver Hardy Dorothy Coburn Lou Costello Anita Garvin Dick Gilbert Charlie Hall Al Hallett Jack Hill Ham Kinsey Sam Lufkin Eugene Pallette Lyle Tayo Ellinor Vanderveer Dorothea Wolbert