The Nutty Professor(1963)
“What does he become? What kind of monster?”
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.
Director
Jerry Lewis
Studio
Paramount Pictures
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
Elvia Allman
as Edwina Kelp
Milton Frome
as Dr. M. Sheppard Leevee
Doodles Weaver
as Rube
Murray Alper
as Gym Attendant (uncredited)
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Movie Facts
Release Year
1963
Runtime
1h 47m
Language
English
Rating
6.5 / 10
Production Companies
Paramount Pictures • Jerry Lewis Productions
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch The Nutty Professor?▼
Check the "Where to Watch" section above for current streaming platforms, rental options, and purchase links for The Nutty Professor (1963).
What is The Nutty Professor about?▼
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.
Who directed The Nutty Professor?▼
The Nutty Professor was directed by Jerry Lewis and released in 1963. It is a comedy, science fiction film.
How long is The Nutty Professor?▼
The Nutty Professor has a runtime of 1 hours and 47 minutes (107 minutes total).
Who stars in The Nutty Professor?▼
The cast of The Nutty Professor includes 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 and more.
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