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Oliver the Eighth

In this dark comedy, Oliver's quest for social status leads him to betray his partner Stanley and pursue a wealthy widow, unaware that she has a deadly secret: she's a serial killer with Oliver as her next target.

Two barbers, Stanley and Oliver, respond to a personal ad from a wealthy widow seeking a husband. Unbeknownst to Stanley, Oliver secretly sends his own reply and receives a marriage proposal. As they arrive at the widow's estate, they're warned by the butler that his mistress has a dark history of marrying and murdering men named Oliver.

Info about Oliver the Eighth

Studio(s): Hal Roach Studios

Originally Released: United States, Jan 13, 1934

Production Country: United States

Genres:Comedy, Short, Family