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Abbott and Costello were an American comedy duo composed of Bud Abbott and Lou Costello, whose work on radio and in film and television made them the most popular comedy team of the 1940s and early 1950s. The show mixed comedy with musical interludes and special guests. The real lives of the duo were often folded into comedy bits, creating even more dynamic fun for the audience and the performers themselves. Word play was a signature theme of Abbott and Costello, as made most famous in their "Who's On First" routine.To check out more Abbott and Costello go to Oldtimeradioclub.com

Beloved movie and television stars Bud Abbott and Lou Costello made their name on the radio, and the resulting long-running radio show preserved a rich vaudeville tradition and sensational comedy sketches. The sarcasm of Abbott's stern straight man is the perfect comedic compliment to the muffled screams of Costello's blustery "baaaad boy."

Abbott and Costello talk about Uncle Mike and about marriage. Lou wants to do murder mysteries instead of telling jokes. Bud does not like the idea.

Lou talks about a party he was at for St. Patrick's Day. Lou insults Mrs Abbott. Lou talks to Susan about perfume. Lou wants to borrow Bud's car, but he does not have a license. They go to get Lou a license. He gets in the car to take a test. He gets a ticket. Lou ends up in jail and is sentenced to death.

This comedic duo brings laughter through their rapid-fire banter and classic routines. Their chemistry and timing have cemented their place in entertainment history.

This comedic duo brings laughter through their rapid-fire banter and classic routines. Their chemistry and timing have cemented their place in entertainment history.

This comedic duo brings laughter through their rapid-fire banter and classic routines. Their chemistry and timing have cemented their place in entertainment history.

This comedic duo brings laughter through their rapid-fire banter and classic routines. Their chemistry and timing have cemented their place in entertainment history.

This comedic duo brings laughter through their rapid-fire banter and classic routines. Their chemistry and timing have cemented their place in entertainment history.

This comedic duo brings laughter through their rapid-fire banter and classic routines. Their chemistry and timing have cemented their place in entertainment history.

This comedic duo brings laughter through their rapid-fire banter and classic routines. Their chemistry and timing have cemented their place in entertainment history.

This comedic duo brings laughter through their rapid-fire banter and classic routines. Their chemistry and timing have cemented their place in entertainment history.

This comedic duo brings laughter through their rapid-fire banter and classic routines. Their chemistry and timing have cemented their place in entertainment history.

Abbott and Costello were an American comedy duo composed of Bud Abbott and Lou Costello, whose work on radio and in film and television made them the most popular comedy team of the 1940s and early 1950s. The show mixed comedy with musical interludes and special guests. This volume contains episodes of Abbott and Costello from 1944 through 1946 and showcases some of their most comedic shows such as "Lou Promises His Girlfriend a Job", "Bud and Lou Are in a Play", and "Lou's Christmas Party".

Abbott and Costello were an American comedy duo composed of Bud Abbott and Lou Costello, whose work on radio and in film and television made them the most popular comedy team of the 1940s and early 1950s. The show mixed comedy with musical interludes and special guests. This volume contains episodes of Abbott and Costello from 1948 through 1949 and showcases some of their most comedic shows such as "Lou Learns to Swim", "Susan Moves Upstairs", and "New Year's Eve".

Abbott and Costello discuss Valentine's Day. Guest Charles Laughton joins the cast in The Adventures of Robinson Crusoe. Ted R. Gamble (of the Treasury Department) speaks from Washington, DC, about the Fourth War Loan.

Lou discovers the notion of income tax and doesn't like it.

Lou was watching a circus parade. Lou was a trick horse rider. Abbott and Costello go to the circus. Sally Eilers is the circus manager. She tries to get Lou to be a lion tamer. Instead, they run a baseball booth. Alan Hale wrestles Lou.

Abbott and Costello talk about their relatives. Then they remember they only have a few more days to file income tax. They talk taxes with an income tax accountant. Lou does not have to pay income tax if he makes no more money. Mrs. Abbott gives Lou $20, and now he has $20 too much. Matty Malneck gives Lou $20. Lou buys raffle tickets. Lou wins $3,000 in the raffle. He tries to give the money away, but he ends up with more money. He now has $45,000.

Bud wants Lou to get a job. Lou thinks of opening up a night club. Lou is going to try and buy an aircraft carrier from the navy for the night club. He buys it and sets up his nightclub.