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One man, two identities, zero dignity — and only 20 minutes to ruin everything.
TMDB
70
IMDb
72

Lord Epping Returns (1951)

Classic farceRapid-fire chaosOld Hollywood charm

Overview

Comedy

Leon Errol invites Lord Epping for dinner, then impersonates him when he expects his Lordship is otherwise engaged.

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short filmdisguisemistaken identitydinner

Standout Aspects

Acting

Errol's dual-role physical comedy — two accents, one mustache, maximum panic.

Editing

Tight 20-minute structure with classic RKO short-film rhythm.

Best for:Solo: Perfect coffee-break comedy when you need a laugh, not a commitment.·Background: Energetic enough to glance up at, short enough to not care if you don't.
Leslie Goodwins

Director

Leslie Goodwins

ReleasedSep 21, 1951
Runtime20m
StatusReleased

Vibe

Pacefast
Intensitymedium
Tonelight
Feellight
RKO Radio Pictures

Top Cast

Leon Errol

Leon Errol

Leon Errol / Lord Epping

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Deep Dive

Trivia, insights & behind the scenes

Trivia

This was the 15th time Errol played Lord Epping across various RKO shorts from 1936-1951.

Cultural

The 'Lord Epping' series helped establish the American 'alter ego' comedy template later perfected by Jerry Lewis.

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