The Music Box
“Mr. Laurel and Mr. Hardy decided to reorganize and resupervise their entire financial structure- so they took the $3.80 and went into business.”
Synopsis
The Laurel & Hardy Moving Co. have a challenging job on their hands (and backs): hauling a player piano up a monumental flight of stairs to Prof. von Schwarzenhoffen's house. Their task is complicated by a sassy nursemaid and, unbeknownst to them, the impatient Prof. von Schwarzenhoffen himself. But the biggest problem is the force of gravity, which repeatedly pulls the piano back down to the bottom of the stairs.
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The Music Box (1932)
Type: Clip • Published 2011-05-23
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Oliver Hardy
Ollie
Stan Laurel
Stan
Billy Gilbert
Professor von Schwarzenhoffen (uncredited)
William Gillespie
Piano Salesman (uncredited)
Charlie Hall
Postman (uncredited)
Hazel Howell
Mrs. von Schwarzenhoffen (uncredited)
Lilyan Irene
Nursemaid (uncredited)
Sam Lufkin
Policeman (uncredited)
Release History & Theatrical Window
April 16, 1932
Wide Cinema Exhibition
November 28, 2000
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- James Parrott
- Screenplay & Story
- H.M. Walker, James Parrott, Oliver Hardy, Charley Rogers, Stan Laurel
- Original Score
- Harry Graham, Marvin Hatley
- Original Title
- The Music Box
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 29m
- Production Studios
- Hal Roach Studios, Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
James Parrott
H.M. Walker, James Parrott, Oliver Hardy, Charley Rogers, Stan Laurel
Harry Graham, Marvin Hatley
Walter Lundin, Len Powers
Richard C. Currier
Hal Roach
Department Leadership Roster
James Parrott
Director
H.M. Walker
Writer
Harry Graham
Original Music Composer
Richard C. Currier
Editor
Walter Lundin
Director of Photography
Marvin Hatley
Original Music Composer
Len Powers
Director of Photography
Hal Roach
Producer
James Parrott
Writer
Oliver Hardy
Writer
Charley Rogers
Writer
Stan Laurel
Writer
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NR: Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
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General — Suitable for all audiences.
Universal — Suitable for all audiences.
Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Music Box
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What is The Music Box about?
The Laurel & Hardy Moving Co. have a challenging job on their hands (and backs): hauling a player piano up a monumental flight of stairs to Prof. von Schwarzenhoffen's house. Their task is complicated by a sassy nursemaid and, unbeknownst to them, the impatient Prof. von Schwarzenhoffen himself. But the biggest problem is the force of gravity, which repeatedly pulls the piano back down to the bottom of the stairs.
Who directed The Music Box?
The Music Box was directed by James Parrott.
Who stars in The Music Box?
The principal cast of The Music Box includes Oliver Hardy, Stan Laurel, Billy Gilbert, William Gillespie, Charlie Hall.
When was The Music Box released and how long is it?
The Music Box was released in 1932 with a total runtime of 29m.
Who composed the musical score for The Music Box?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Music Box was composed by Harry Graham, Marvin Hatley.
What is the age rating and content advisory for The Music Box?
The Music Box holds official age classifications: AU: G (General — Suitable for all audiences.); GB: U (Universal — Suitable for all audiences.); US: NR (Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.).