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Jack and the Beanstalk

195278 minUnited States
ComedyFantasy
Video edition
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Original language
English
This copy runs
81:15
Subtitles
English

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Synopsis

A babysitting assignment sends Jack into a dream in which he becomes the hero of the familiar fairy tale. Magic beans lead to a castle above the clouds, where a giant has taken the kingdom's food and treasures. Abbott and Costello turn the rescue mission into a musical adventure shaped by their contrasting confidence and confusion.

Cast

DirectorsJean Yarbrough

Behind the scenes

Abbott and Costello made the film independently after their regular studio declined to finance a colour production. The contrast between sepia framing scenes and the colourful fairy-tale world makes the change of register visible. Sets from Joan of Arc were reused at Hal Roach Studios.

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Availability checked on September 10, 2026.

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