Batty Baseball(1944)

Batty Baseball is a short comedy film built entirely around visual gags centered on America's pastime. The film's central running joke follows an enraged fan who repeatedly screams "Kill the ump!" at the game, only to discover that wishes have unexpected consequences. What starts as harmless stadium frustration spirals into absurd and surreal situations as the fan's angry outbursts somehow manifest in increasingly ridiculous ways. The film relies on slapstick humor and sight gags rather than dialogue, delivering rapid-fire comedy through physical comedy and exaggerated character reactions. It's a lighthearted take on baseball culture and fan behavior, capturing the chaos and passion that erupts in the bleachers.