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Which pair of entertainers worked together to star in over 60 short films and 27 full-length films between 1926 and 1951?

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The bumbling, childlike Stan Laurel and the pompous, domineering Oliver Hardy formed one of the most beloved comedy duos in film history. This legendary team created an incredible body of work during their 25-year partnership, starring together in a staggering number of productions, including more than 60 short films and 27 full-length features. Their on-screen chemistry, with Laurel as the well-meaning bungler and Hardy as the exasperated victim of his antics, defined their timeless appeal.

Initially paired by producer Hal Roach in the silent era, their act truly flourished with the advent of sound. Unlike many of their contemporaries, they made a seamless transition to "talkies," where their distinct voices and catchphrases added another layer to their slow-burn slapstick. Behind the scenes, Stan Laurel was the primary creative force, often writing and developing the gags that would build from a simple mishap into total chaos. Their work, including the Oscar-winning short "The Music Box