Watch Laurel and Hardy: Chump At Oxford

Laurel and Hardy: Chump At Oxford is a 1940 British-American comedy film directed by Alfred J. Goulding and released by Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer. The movie sees the comedic duo of Stan Laurel and Oliver Hardy portraying dual roles as themselves and their identical lookalikes who wind up attending Oxford University. The movie starts with Laurel and Hardy working as janitors at Oxford University. After causing chaos at the faculty building, they are expelled from their jobs. However, after seeing their uncanny resemblance to two wealthy alumni, the principal decides to enroll them at the university to improve the school's reputation.

As they attend Oxford University, Laurel and Hardy initially struggle to adapt to the strict academic life. They find themselves at the bottom of the class often being bullied by the other students. However, as they progress through their studies, they soon find themselves excelling in sports and making a name for themselves. This newfound success though, comes with a catch. They must face the dreaded test of intellectualism that will determine their ultimate fate at the university.

Throughout the movie, the comedic duo finds themselves in hilarious situations. For example, they end up unwittingly participating in a rowing race, where chaos reigns supreme. Laurel, being the more curious of the duo, finds himself studying with a group of eccentric scientists, and accidentally discovers a formula which can turn bricks into bread. This formula leads to a series of amusing events, including talking to their food.

Furthermore, the duo also find themselves at the mercy of a scheming Professor Sir Rodney Skelton (Forrester Harvey). Professor Skelton is obsessed with locating a painting, and through a series of comical and attempted heists, he tries to locate it. Of course, Laurel and Hardy's involvement only adds to the comedy element of the movie.

The movie culminates with the final exam, where they must apply both their intellectual and athletic skills. The scene is hectic, and the two comedians give it their best efforts, often making more mess than progress. In a funny and unforgettable finale, Laurel and Hardy find themselves caught up in a giant human hamster wheel, trying to attach a light bulb to the ceiling while balancing on it.

Overall, Laurel and Hardy: Chump At Oxford is a fantastic comedy that showcases the duo's unique style of quick-witted slapstick comedy. The film is full of hilarious set pieces, witty one-liners, and hilarious sight gags. The movie is an exciting journey which sees Laurel and Hardy navigating the complex academic world of Oxford University, and coming out on top with their signature humour and charm. The film is a classic example of the comedy genre, and it is not difficult to see why the duo is still adored by people to this day. If you are seeking an excellent comedy that will leave you in stitches, Laurel and Hardy: Chump At Oxford is a must-see.

Laurel and Hardy: Chump At Oxford is a 1940 comedy with a runtime of 1 hour and 2 minutes. It has received mostly positive reviews from critics and viewers, who have given it an IMDb score of 7.2.