Hardly any other film comedians have as yet been able to transfer their charisma from the big screen to the world of photography the way Laurel and Hardy did. Regardless of whether it is a carefully posed studio shot, a short-lived press photo or a private snap, the magic of their comedy, their charm and their personal warmth instantaneously capture the viewer. Harry Hoppe, manager of the Laurel and hardy Archive in Dusseldorf, spent many years lovingly collecting many wonderful photographs of these two comic geniuses. 150 of the best are arranged here by subject with an accompanying text. Together with detailed biographies and a complete filmography. Text in English and German.