Pardon My Lamb Chop 1948
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 18 minutes
- Director
- Jules White
- Network
- Columbia Pictures
What is Pardon My Lamb Chop?
Pardon My Lamb Chop is a 1948 Columbia All Star Comedy. The film is production number 9427.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 1948
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 18 minutes
- Release date
- Jun 10, 1948
- Studios
- Columbia Pictures
- Genres
- Comedy
- Updated
At a glance
- Rating
- ★ TMDB users: 7.0/10
- Episode runtime
- ~18 minutes
- Status
- Released
- Network
- Columbia Pictures
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Pardon My Lamb Chop is a 1948 Columbia All Star Comedy. The film is production number 9427. It follows Gus Shilling, who discovers that a cranky wife is not the worst thing after shell-shocked veteran Dick Lane shows up. Gus invites Dick to a lamb-chop breakfast, which Dick finds unappealing. However, the sound of a whistle causes Dick to become disoriented, setting off a series of events. Whistles from various sources, including Gus' wife, trigger Dick's reaction, leading to a chase. Gus is subsequently mistaken for an escaped insane man from a local sanitarium. The film is a comedy, and its runtime is approximately 18 minutes. The exact release date is June 10, 1948.
Should you watch it?
“A chaotic breakfast spirals when a whistle drives a war‑scarred veteran mad.”
- Madcap slapstick fueled by an absurd whistle gag
- Classic 1940s Columbia short with lively performances
- Fast‑paced chase and mistaken‑identity humor
- Brief 18‑minute runtime limits plot development
- Period humor may feel dated to modern viewers
Watch it if you enjoy rapid, farcical comedy built around a wacky whistle premise.
The film is a light‑hearted, family‑friendly comedy with no explicit content.
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Frequently asked questions
How long is "Pardon My Lamb Chop"?
The short runs approximately 18 minutes.
When was the film released?
It premiered in the United States on June 10, 1948.
Who are the primary cast members?
The film features Gus Shilling, Dorothy Granger, Dick Lane, and Cy Shindell.
What is the main comedic premise?
A whistle triggers a war‑scarred veteran to lose his mind, leading to chaotic chase scenes.
Is the film suitable for all ages?
Yes, it is a light‑hearted comedy with no explicit material, making it appropriate for general audiences.
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