Call of the Cuckoo (1927) | Laurel & Hardy in Surreal Silent Comedy

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Entertainment TV & Movies Call of the Cuckoo Laurel and Hardy Hal Roach silent comedy 1927 short film public domain black and white Charley Chase Max Davidson

Call of the Cuckoo (1927) is a surreal, slapstick-filled silent comedy produced by Hal Roach Studios and directed by Clyde Bruckman. The short stars Max Davidson as a frustrated homeowner who unknowingly moves next door to a house full of lunatics — played by some of Hal Roach’s top comedians, including Stan Laurel, Oliver Hardy, Charley Chase, and James Finlayson.

While Laurel and Hardy weren’t officially a team yet, this film captures the energy and visual chaos that defined the Roach studio's golden years. Exploding plumbing, collapsing walls, and bizarre characters make Call of the Cuckoo a must-watch for fans of silent comedy and early film history.

🎬 Year: 1927
🎭 Starring: Max Davidson, Stan Laurel, Oliver Hardy, Charley Chase, James Finlayson
🎥 Studio: Hal Roach Studios
🎞️ Format: Silent / Black & White
📚 Public Domain
📺 Uploaded by: Old Hollywood Nostalgia
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