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Naked Gun: From the Files of Police Squad!, The

Comparison:

  • Theatrical Version
  • US TV Version
Release: Apr 04, 2021 - Author: brainbug1602 - Translator: Mike Lowrey - external link: IMDB
[00:53:42][00:56:50]

In the Theatrical Version, Frank comes to Ed to tell him what happened at the slaughterhouse.

Frank: "Ed."
Ed: "Frank, what are you doing here?"
Frank: "I just came from the stockyards, trading shots with one of Ludwig's goons."



In the TV version, Ed steps up to Al so he can guard the back door. He sees his hat and points out the service rule to him. Al hands him his sombrero. Then Frank shows up.

Ed: "Al, go check on the back door."
Al: "Right."
Ed: "Al, you're out of uniform again. Regulation hat, you know that."
Al: "Sorry, chief. Just trying something different."
Frank: "Ed, Ed."
Ed: "Frank, what are you doing here?"
Frank: "I just came from the stockyards, trading shots with one of Ludwig's goons."



Theatrical Version: 6 sec
TV: 19 sec.


[00:55:06][00:58:27]

Before Ludwig looks up, Frank is seen a little longer in the Theatrical Version.



In the TV version, Ludwig gets a pie and threatens Frank that he can get him fired. Frank cleverly counters. Both put down their pies, then Ludwig stands up.

Ludwig: "I'd be careful lieutenant. I can make one phone call and you're off the force."
Frank: "Go ahead. I make two phone calls and get back on the force."



Theatrical Version: 1 sec
TV: 13 sec.


[00:56:33][01:00:06]

After Frank leaves, the TV version shows a speaker announcing the mayor.

Announcer: "Ladies and gentlmen, it gives me great pleasure to introduce whos efforts have made this glorious celebration possible. The mayor of Los Angeles, the honorable Lillian Barkley.



Jane then goes to talk to Ludwig about the meeting at the slaughterhouse.

Jane: "Mr. Ludwig."
Ludwig: "Oh will you excuse me."
Jane: "The stock yard meeting was just a trap, wasn't it?"
Ludwig: "Oh I can see how it may look that way to you, but I assure you I have no idea who tried to kill lieutenant Drebin."
Jane: "But you said you were going to meet him."
Ludwig: "I am sorry, my dear, but I was attained. By the time I was there he was gone. Now if you excuse me I must greet some of my guests."



TV: 43 sec


[00:57:40][01:01:56]

When Ed is judging what he thinks is unfair press, the Theatrical Version cuts to him briefly at the end.

Ed: "They call that news."



In the TV version, Ed continues to rant and says that Frank is being treated just like a presidential candidate. Meanwhile, Frank comforts Al, who cries many tears.

Ed: "Just imagine treating an officer of the law like he was some presidential candiate. It's just unfair. You just got caught in city politics. The mayor pressured the chief. She's not good enough to hold your badge."
Frank: "Oh, no, Al don't worry. Now I can take that dog team into the ucon (?) like I always wanted to."



Theatrical Version: 2 sec.
TV: 23 sec.


[00:58:18][01:02:54]

In the Theatrical Version, Jane comes into the police station to talk to Frank.

Jane: "Frank, I've been looking all over for you."
Frank: "What are you doing here? Running another errand for your boyfriend?"
Jane: "I tried to call you last night. I even went by your place."



In the TV version, Frank continues to destroy the desk until Al points out to him that it is his desk. Frank holds up a picture that was on the desk and says that he didn't remember the woman. Then Jane comes into the police station in another shot.

Al: "Frank! Frank!"
Frank: "What is it Al?"
Al: "That's my desk. You're over there."
Frank: "Well I didn't think I recognized her."
Jane: "Frank, I've been looking all over for you."
Frank: "What are you doing here? Running another errand for your boyfriend?"
Jane: "I tried to call you last night. I even went by your place."



Theatrical Version: 7 sec.
TV: 28 sec.


[01:05:29][01:10:26]

A little later after the Queen passes the hot dog, the TV version shows her passing the money to the vendor.



TV: 6 sec


[01:11:04][01:16:07]

After Frank uncorks the baseball bat, the TV version shows a player running across the field. In the background, a family can be seen having a picnic.



TV: 4 sec

[01:11:46][01:16:52]

At the end of Monday in which Frank searches the players, the TV version has a new scene.

The announcers report that manager Rawland is on the field talking to player Spewack about his performance.

Tim: "And the angels manager Rawland is going mount to talk things over with Spewack."
Announcer: "Tim, he's just going out to try and settle out this junk pitcher. He's gonna find out if Spewacks tired or not."



In fact, Spewack and Rawland are talking about money investment strategies.

Spewack: "Sure, I'm right about this. Interest in a second home isn't adoptable anymore."
Rawland: "Well, it is if its a business. But you have to show income. And you have to make a profit. 300 of every five years."
Spewack: "How about if you lend money from your own pension fund? You're not paying tax on that anyway."
Player: "Are you talking about an ira (?) or keyhole plant (?)"



TV: 41 sec


[01:15:35][01:21:22]

When the queen is seen during the scuffle, the "Kick him in the balls!" by one of the players was removed from the soundtrack.



No time difference.


[01:17:01][01:22:48]

After Jane is dragged upstairs by Ludwig, the TV version shows a brief cut to Ed running through the crowd.



TV: 2 sec


[01:17:04][01:22:53]

Theatrical Version shows the shot of Ed after Frank was seen.



The TV version shows Ludwig and Jane arriving at the top instead.



Theatrical Version: 3 sec
TV: 3 sec.


[01:17:11][01:23:00]

After Frank was seen running up, the Theatrical Version shows Ludwig arriving at the top with Jane.



In the TV version, Ludwig is confronted by Ed and a couple of cops. Ludwig shoots at them, causing the cops to duck and then jump. He tells them to throw away their guns.

Ed: "Hold it, Ludwig."
Ludwig: "Alright, turn down your guns."



Theatrical Version: 3 sec.
TV: 14 sec.


[01:17:38][01:23:37]

In the Theatrical Version, Jane bites Ludwig's hand to make him drop the gun.



In the TV version, Ludwig shoots Drebin, catching his guard in the process. Frank's hostage is able to escape. While Ludwig is raving about how he is happy to shoot Drebin, the air whistles at Drebin's protection. The whistling sounds like fart noises. Jane bites Ludwig's hand.

Ludwig: "The chest protector safed you this time, Drebin, but now I'm going to aim for your face. Oh, how I have waited for this moment. You have made my life miserable, Drebin, but now I am going to enjoy it watching you squirm.



Theatrical Version: 2 sec.
TV: 12 sec.