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Scrambled Brains (1951): cast, story & where to watch

1951 · Film · ★ 7.3

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Released in 1951, Scrambled Brains is a comedy film directed by Jules White, running about 16 minutes. “Shemp suffers from hallucinations which lead him to his own wedding. Classic Stooge scene in the telephone booth.” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. Shemp is a sick man, suffering from hallucinations. His worst vision is that his ugly nurse Nora is actually beautiful. When Moe and Larry come to take him home from the sanitarium, they discover he's become engaged to Nora. On the way to Nora's apartment for the wedding, the boys get in a fight with a stranger who promises to get even with them if he ever sees them again. They arrive to finding Nora waiting for her father, who, when he arrives, turns out to be the man they just fought with.

Who’s in it. Scrambled Brains stars Shemp Howard as Shemp, Larry Fine as Larry, Moe Howard as Mo and Babe London as Nora, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 7.3/10, Scrambled Brains has been warmly received by audiences.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Scrambled Brains page.

If you liked it. Fans of Scrambled Brains tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Scrambled Brains (1951)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Scrambled Brains change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Scrambled Brains worth watching?
Scrambled Brains holds an audience score of 7.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy. Most viewers rate it highly.
Who stars in Scrambled Brains?
Scrambled Brains stars Shemp Howard, Larry Fine, Moe Howard, Babe London and Emil Sitka.
When was Scrambled Brains released?
Scrambled Brains was released in 1951, with a runtime of about 16 minutes.