Roscoe Arbuckle
How did one scandal erase Arbuckle's brilliant legacy?
4.3 (28)
23 mins
Explore how Arbuckle challenged norms around body, gender, and desire through bold, comedic performances. Discover the scandal that erased his legacy, and how his cultural impact is being reconsidered today.
Ep 1:
How Did Arbuckle Redefine Sexuality Through His Large Body?
Ep 2:
How Did Arbuckle Use His Fame to Boost Soldiers' Morale During WW1?
Ep 3:
How Did Arbuckle’s Glamorous Lifestyle Reflect His Hollywood Status?
Ep 4:
How Did a Scandal Erase Arbuckle From Hollywood History?
Ep 5:
Was William Hays’ Rise Linked to Arbuckle’s Scandal?
Ep 6:
Who Was Really Responsible For Banning Arbuckle From Hollywood?
Ep 7:
How Did Arbuckle Use Freudian Theories to Disturb and Entertain?
Discussions (12)
Marcus
Level 5 · 10 mo agoArbuckle smashing that bottle in front of the cops is legendary behavior! And marrying Addie before she was even divorced? That is some serious tea.
Milo
Level 4 · 10 mo agoThe problem is that Zukor sacrificed Arbuckle to save Paramount. He forced the ban to write off unreleased films and let Hays take the blame.
Lamar
Level 2 · 10 mo agoThe studios snaked him out for dollar signs 🐍
