Abbott and Costello Go to Mars movie poster

Abbott and Costello Go to Mars

"They're too wild for one world!"

April 6, 1953 1h 17m 5.4/10 (55 votes)

Originally released in 1953. Abbott and Costello Go to Mars is a comedy/science fiction film. directed by Charles Lamont. At just 77 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.

Starring Bud Abbott, Lou Costello, and Mari Blanchard

Synopsis

Lester and Orville accidentally launch a rocket which is supposed to fly to Mars. Instead it goes to New Orleans for Mardi Gras. They are then forced by bank robber Mugsy and his pal Harry to fly to Venus where they find a civilization made up entirely of women, men having been banished.

Quick Facts

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Release Date April 6, 1953 72 years ago
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Runtime 1h 17m 77 minutes total
User Rating 5.4/10 Mixed (55 votes)
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Budget $762.4K Production budget
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Box Office $1.3M 1.6x return
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Language English Original language
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Country United States of America Production

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
EN
Budget
$762,446
Revenue
$1,250,000

Production Companies

  • Universal International Pictures

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Abbott and Costello Go to Mars about?

Lester and Orville accidentally launch a rocket which is supposed to fly to Mars. Instead it goes to New Orleans for Mardi Gras. They are then forced by bank robber Mugsy and his pal Harry to fly t...

Who directed Abbott and Costello Go to Mars?

Abbott and Costello Go to Mars was directed by Charles Lamont.

How long is Abbott and Costello Go to Mars?

Abbott and Costello Go to Mars has a runtime of 1 hours and 17 minutes (77 minutes total).

When was Abbott and Costello Go to Mars released?

Abbott and Costello Go to Mars was released on April 6, 1953 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in Abbott and Costello Go to Mars?

The main cast of Abbott and Costello Go to Mars includes Bud Abbott, Lou Costello, Mari Blanchard, Robert Paige, Horace McMahon.