The Second 100 Years Ending Explained: Laurel and Hardy are convicts making an escape from prison. Directed by Fred Guiol, this 1927 comedy film stars Stan Laurel (Little Goofy), alongside Oliver Hardy as Big Goofy, Charlie Hall as Convict, James Finlayson as Browne Van Dyke. With a 6.3/10 rating, the ending has divided audiences.

What Happens at the End of The Second 100 Years?

Laurel and Hardy are convicts making an escape from prison.

How Does Stan Laurel (Little Goofy)'s Story End?

  • Stan Laurel: Stan Laurel's storyline wraps up in the final act, though some viewers have found the resolution more ambiguous than expected.
  • Oliver Hardy (Big Goofy): Oliver Hardy's role in the climax proves pivotal to how the central conflict resolves.
  • Charlie Hall (Convict): Charlie Hall's character undergoes a significant shift in the final act.

What Does the Ending of The Second 100 Years Mean?

The Second 100 Years's ending attempts to resolve the major plot threads, though some narrative elements involving Stan Laurel may feel rushed. Fred Guiol's final act has been both praised for its ambition and criticized for its execution.