Two Tars | Laurel and Hardy Movie Review

In this episode of Rodney Stewart Reviews, Rodney examines the 1928 silent short Two Tars.

Stan and Ollie are sailors on shore leave who pick up a pair of young women and head out for a drive. What begins as a simple outing quickly escalates into one of the most spectacular traffic-jam disasters in comedy history, with cars, tempers, and chaos piling up in every direction.

Rodney breaks down the escalating physical gags, the brilliant use of location, and why this short remains one of Laurel and Hardy’s most memorable silent-era triumphs. Tune in for a sharp review of pure comic mayhem.

Sailors, Beware! | Laurel and Hardy Movie Review

In this episode of Rodney Stewart Reviews, Rodney takes a look at the 1927 silent short Sailors, Beware!.

Stan plays a taxi driver who gets tangled up with a tough detective (Ollie) and a mysterious baby. What starts as a simple fare quickly turns into shipboard chaos filled with mistaken identities, physical gags, and the pair’s emerging comic chemistry.

Rodney breaks down the energetic slapstick, the early team dynamic, and how this short fits into Laurel and Hardy’s silent-era work. Tune in for a clear, engaging review of this lively early comedy.

The Live Ghost | Laurel and Hardy Movie Review

In this episode of Rodney Stewart Everyday, Rodney reviews the 1934 Laurel and Hardy short The Live Ghost.

Shanghaied onto a freighter, Stan and Ollie find themselves stuck with a tough captain and a crew full of rough characters. When talk turns to a supposed “live ghost” onboard, the duo’s nerves—and the comedy—quickly escalate into classic chaos.

Rodney breaks down the timing, the shipboard gags, and how this short delivers pure Laurel and Hardy energy. Tune in for a sharp, no-nonsense look at one of their lively mid-’30s comedies.

Putting Pants on Philip | Laurel and Hardy Movie Review

In this episode of Rodney Stewart Reviews, Rodney examines the 1927 silent short Putting Pants on Philip.

Ollie welcomes his newly arrived Scottish nephew Philip (played by Stan) to America, only to discover the young man insists on wearing a kilt. Determined to modernize him, Ollie sets out to get Philip into a proper pair of trousers—with predictably disastrous and hilarious results involving wandering eyes, public embarrassment, and escalating mayhem.

Rodney breaks down the film’s energetic physical comedy, the early chemistry between the duo, and why this short remains a standout from their silent years. Tune in for a clear, engaging review of this classic piece of Laurel and Hardy history.

Their First Mistake | Laurel and Hardy Movie Review

In this episode of Rodney Stewart Reviews, Rodney takes a look at the 1932 Laurel and Hardy short Their First Mistake.

When Ollie’s marriage hits a rough patch, a well-intentioned but poorly thought-out plan involving Stan and a baby quickly spirals into classic chaos. Misunderstandings pile up, tempers flare, and the duo’s unique brand of domestic disaster takes center stage.

Rodney breaks down the timing, the escalating gags, and how this short captures Laurel and Hardy at their most wonderfully misguided. Tune in for a sharp review of one of their sharpest early talkies.

Pack Up Your Troubles | Laurel and Hardy Movie Review

In this episode of Rodney Stewart Reviews, Rodney digs into the 1932 Laurel and Hardy feature Pack Up Your Troubles.

Fresh out of the army, Stan and Ollie set out to keep a promise made to a fallen comrade—delivering his young daughter to her rightful family. What follows is a mix of heartfelt moments, classic slapstick, and the duo’s trademark ability to turn a simple mission into pure chaos.

Rodney breaks down the film’s balance of comedy and sentiment, the standout gags, and how it sits among Laurel and Hardy’s early features. Tune in for a clear-eyed review of this wartime-tinged adventure.

Hats Off | Laurel and Hardy Movie Review

In this episode of Rodney Stewart Reviews, Rodney takes a look at the 1927 silent short Hats Off, one of Laurel and Hardy’s early outings.

Stan and Ollie attempt a simple delivery job that quickly turns into classic physical comedy chaos involving a washing machine, endless stairs, and—true to the title—plenty of hats flying. Rodney breaks down the gags, the chemistry, and how this little film fits into the duo’s developing style.

Tune in for a sharp, no-nonsense review of a short but memorable piece of Laurel and Hardy history.

The Music Box | Laurel and Hardy Movie Review

In this episode of Rodney Stewart Reviews, Rodney revisits the legendary 1932 Laurel and Hardy short The Music Box.

Stan and Ollie are hired to deliver a player piano to a house at the top of a seemingly endless flight of stairs. What should be a simple job turns into one of cinema’s greatest exercises in frustration, determination, and pure slapstick chaos.

Rodney breaks down the iconic staircase sequence, the perfectly timed disasters, and why this short became the first comedy short ever to win an Academy Award.

Tune in for laughs, insights, and a fresh look at the film many consider Laurel and Hardy’s masterpiece.

The Finishing Touch | Laurel and Hardy Movie Review

In this episode of Rodney Stewart Reviews, Rodney looks at the 1928 Laurel and Hardy silent short The Finishing Touch.

Stan and Ollie are hired to finish building a house in a single day — with a hefty bonus if they complete it on time. What follows is a masterclass in construction chaos: collapsing walls, flying bricks, a furious nurse from the hospital next door, and a long-suffering policeman who keeps getting the worst of it.

Rodney breaks down the silent-era slapstick, the escalating disasters, and why this early short still stands as one of the duo’s purest displays of comic destruction.

Tune in for laughs, insights, and a fresh take on a classic Laurel and Hardy gem.

Dirty Work | Laurel and Hardy Movie Review

In this episode of Rodney Stewart Reviews, Rodney takes a look at the 1933 Laurel and Hardy short Dirty Work.

Stan and Ollie arrive as chimney sweeps at the home of a mad scientist who’s spent decades perfecting a rejuvenation formula. What starts as a simple job quickly turns into total chaos — soot, ladders, laboratory mishaps, and one unforgettable transformation.

Rodney breaks down the slapstick, the escalating disasters, and why this short remains a favourite among fans of the duo.

Tune in for laughs, insights, and a fresh take on one of Laurel and Hardy’s most memorable comedies.