Bud Abbott and Lou Costello in Hollywood
“A double-barrelled fun birst!”
Synopsis
When two bumbling barbers act as agents for a talented but unknown singer, they stage a phony murder in order to get him a plum role.
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Bud Abbott and Lou Costello in Hollywood Official Trailer #1 - Lou Costello Movie (1945) HD
Type: Trailer • Published 2012-10-05
Top Cast
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Bud Abbott
Buzz Kurtis
Lou Costello
Abercrombie
Frances Rafferty
Claire Warren
Bob Haymes
Jeff Parker
Jean Porter
Ruthie
Warner Anderson
Norman Royce
Rags Ragland
Self
Mike Mazurki
Klondike Pete
Carleton G. Young
Gregory LeMaise
Donald MacBride
Dennis Kavanaugh
Edgar Dearing
Al - First Studio Cop
Preston Foster
Self (uncredited)
Marion Martin
Miss Milbane
Arthur Space
Director Lippen
William Phillips
Kavanaugh's Assistant
Lucille Ball
Self (uncredited)
Jackie 'Butch' Jenkins
Self (uncredited)
Robert Z. Leonard
Self (uncredited)
Release History & Theatrical Window
October 5, 1945
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- S. Sylvan Simon
- Screenplay & Story
- Nat Perrin, Lou Breslow
- Original Score
- George Bassman, William Axt
- Original Title
- Bud Abbott and Lou Costello in Hollywood
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 23m
- Production Studios
- Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
S. Sylvan Simon
Nat Perrin, Lou Breslow, Martin A. Gosch
George Bassman, William Axt
Charles Schoenbaum
Ben Lewis
Martin A. Gosch, S. Sylvan Simon
Department Leadership Roster
S. Sylvan Simon
Director
Nat Perrin
Screenplay
Lou Breslow
Screenplay
George Bassman
Original Music Composer
Martin A. Gosch
Producer
S. Sylvan Simon
Producer
Charles Schoenbaum
Director of Photography
Ben Lewis
Editor
Fred Valles
Costume Design
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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International Certification Matrix
Universal — Suitable for all audiences.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bud Abbott and Lou Costello in Hollywood
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What is Bud Abbott and Lou Costello in Hollywood about?
When two bumbling barbers act as agents for a talented but unknown singer, they stage a phony murder in order to get him a plum role.
Who directed Bud Abbott and Lou Costello in Hollywood?
Bud Abbott and Lou Costello in Hollywood was directed by S. Sylvan Simon.
Who stars in Bud Abbott and Lou Costello in Hollywood?
The principal cast of Bud Abbott and Lou Costello in Hollywood includes Bud Abbott, Lou Costello, Frances Rafferty, Bob Haymes, Jean Porter.
When was Bud Abbott and Lou Costello in Hollywood released and how long is it?
Bud Abbott and Lou Costello in Hollywood was released in 1945 with a total runtime of 1h 23m.
Who composed the musical score for Bud Abbott and Lou Costello in Hollywood?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Bud Abbott and Lou Costello in Hollywood was composed by George Bassman, William Axt.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Bud Abbott and Lou Costello in Hollywood?
Bud Abbott and Lou Costello in Hollywood holds official age classifications: GB: U (Universal — Suitable for all audiences.).