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Questions and Answers
Who attended Laurel's funeral?
Who attended Laurel's funeral?
- Charlie Chaplin and Buster Keaton
- Dick Van Dyke and Buster Keaton (correct)
- Oliver Hardy and Dick Van Dyke
- Oliver Hardy and Charlie Chaplin
What was Oliver Hardy's original name?
What was Oliver Hardy's original name?
- Oliver Laurel
- Norvell Hardy (correct)
- Babe Hardy
- Oliver Norvell
Where was Oliver Hardy born?
Where was Oliver Hardy born?
- New York City, New York
- Los Angeles, California
- Harlem, Georgia (correct)
- Santa Monica, California
When did Oliver Hardy die?
When did Oliver Hardy die?
How many feature films did Laurel and Hardy make for Hal Roach studios?
How many feature films did Laurel and Hardy make for Hal Roach studios?
Which Laurel and Hardy film was released in 1927?
Which Laurel and Hardy film was released in 1927?
Which Laurel and Hardy film was released in 1937?
Which Laurel and Hardy film was released in 1937?
Which Laurel and Hardy film is considered to be one of their most influential works?
Which Laurel and Hardy film is considered to be one of their most influential works?
Who played Oliver Hardy in the biographical comedy film 'Stan and Ollie'?
Who played Oliver Hardy in the biographical comedy film 'Stan and Ollie'?
How many films did Laurel and Hardy release in total?
How many films did Laurel and Hardy release in total?
Who were Laurel and Hardy?
Who were Laurel and Hardy?
What was the dynamic between Laurel and Hardy in their films?
What was the dynamic between Laurel and Hardy in their films?
What was Stan Laurel's real name?
What was Stan Laurel's real name?
When did Laurel sign a contract with Hal Roach Studios?
When did Laurel sign a contract with Hal Roach Studios?
What happened to Laurel after Hardy's death?
What happened to Laurel after Hardy's death?
Study Notes
Laurel and Hardy
- Dick Van Dyke, Chuck McCann, and Forrest Tucker attended Laurel's funeral.
Oliver Hardy's Life
- Oliver Hardy's original name was Norvell Hardy.
- He was born on January 18, 1892, in Harlem, Georgia.
- Oliver Hardy died on August 7, 1957.
Laurel and Hardy's Film Career
- They made 32 feature films for Hal Roach studios.
- Their 1927 film was "The Battle of the Century".
- Their 1937 film was "Way Out West".
- "Sons of the Desert" (1933) is considered one of their most influential works.
Biographical Film
- John C. Reilly played Oliver Hardy in the biographical comedy film 'Stan and Ollie'.
Laurel and Hardy's Total Films and Legacy
- Laurel and Hardy released a total of 106 films.
- They were a comedy duo known for their unique blend of slapstick humor and comedic timing.
The Dynamic Between Laurel and Hardy
- Stan Laurel played the naive, innocent, and childlike character, while Oliver Hardy played the authoritative and pompous character.
Stan Laurel's Life
- Stan Laurel's real name was Arthur Stanley Jefferson.
- He signed a contract with Hal Roach Studios in 1925.
After Hardy's Death
- After Oliver Hardy's death, Stan Laurel stopped performing and focused on writing and directing.
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Test your knowledge on the iconic comedic duo, Laurel & Hardy! Delve into their hilarious films, unforgettable characters, and enduring friendship as you answer questions that will challenge your understanding of these comedic legends.
