Brats

Brats

The Laugh Kings are in again

NR 1930 · 21 min · ★ 6.8 · Comedy

Stanley and Oliver are trying to spend a relaxing night at home playing checkers, but the antics of their mischievous sons keep interrupting their recreation.

Directed by James Parrott · Written by Charley Rogers

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Stan Laurel Stan Sr. / Stanley Jr.
Oliver Hardy Ollie Sr. / Oliver Jr.

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