1946 - Abbott and Costello Movie...
"The Time of Their Lives" is a delightful romp through the corridors of history, where Abbott and Costello find themselves hilariously out of sync with the time-space continuum. Released in 1946, this film showcases the dynamic duo at their comedic best, as they navigate the perils of being ghosts during the American Revolutionary War.
The laughs come faster than you can say "Benjamin Franklin," with Abbott's straight-man routine playing the perfect foil to Costello's bumbling antics.
The historical twist adds a clever layer to the humor, as the duo inadvertently become the original time travelers, proving that even in the afterlife, Abbott and Costello know how to keep the audience rolling in their graves – with laughter, of course. It's a timeless comedy that proves these two comedians were truly in a league of their own, even when it came to the supernatural.
The main cast includes:
Lou Costello as Horatio Prim
Bud Abbott as Dr. Ralph Greenway
Marjorie Reynolds as Melody Allen
Binnie Barnes as Mildred Dean
John Shelton as Cuthbert Greenway
Gale Sondergaard as Emily
Jess Barker as Thomas Danbury
Lynn Baggett as June Prescott
Robert H. Barrat as Major Putnam
Donald MacBride as Patriot
These actors contribute to the film's humor and charm, creating a memorable ensemble that adds to the comedic magic of Abbott and Costello's performances.