The Nutty Professor (1963) movie poster

The Nutty Professor (1963)

"What does he become? What kind of monster?"
ThumbScore
๐Ÿ‘ 50%Google users liked it archived
Critics Score
๐ŸŽฌ 83% (RT: 83%) โ„น๏ธRT = Rotten Tomatoes (critic reviews). MC = Metacritic (weighted critic average). Critics Score is the average of both.
ComedyScience FictionRomance

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Runtime
1h 47m
Country
United States of America
Language
English
TMDB Rating
6.5/10 (460 votes)
Rotten Tomatoes
83%
Cast
Jerry Lewis as Professor Julius F. Kelp / Buddy Love / Baby Kelp
Stella Stevens as Stella Purdy
Del Moore as Dr. Hamius R. Warfield
Henry Gibson as Gibson, College Student
Kathleen Freeman as Millie Lemmon
Richard Kiel as Man in Gym (uncredited)
Norman Alden as Football Player
Howard Morris as Mr. Elmer Kelp
It's divisive. Only 50% of audiences liked it based on 460 votes. Critics rated it higher at 83%, but audiences were less impressed.
Overview
A timid, nearsighted chemistry teacher discovers a magical potion that can transform him into a suave and handsome Romeo. The Jekyll and Hyde game works well enough until the concoction starts to wear off at the most embarrassing times. Wikipedia โ†—
Audience Consensus

The Nutty Professor is a 1963 comedy, science fiction, romance film directed by Jerry Lewis. A timid, nearsighted chemistry teacher discovers a magical potion that can transform him into a suave and handsome Romeo. The Jekyll and Hyde game works well enough until the concoction starts to wear off at the most embarrassing times.

The film has been rated by 460 audiences on ThumbScore, reflecting its reach and engagement with viewers. As a comedy film, The Nutty Professor delivers on the expectations of its genre while bringing its own distinctive perspective to the storytelling. The production showcases the creative vision of its filmmaking team, bringing together performances, cinematography, and narrative elements that have resonated with audiences.

The Nutty Professor (1963) continues to find viewers through theatrical releases, streaming platforms, and home media, maintaining its place in the contemporary entertainment landscape. The film represents the kind of cinematic experience that has attracted a dedicated audience, with viewers appreciating its approach to the story and characters it presents.

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