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Works explorer

Midget car maniacs

United States, 1950
film

Short comedy film starring Abbott and Costello who play two car mechanics at a racecourse. Includes a chaotic car chase.

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The Golf nut

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One wild ride

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Auto mania

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High flyers

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Mad double!

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The Great chase [silent]

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