The Nutty Professor (1963)
- Jun 3, 1963
- 2 min read
Updated: Aug 7
PG | 1hr 47min | 7/10 | Comedy, Fantasy
Parental Rating: PG (Parental Guidance Suggested, Some material may not be suitable for children.)
Storyline
"The Nutty Professor" is a zany comedy about Julius Kelp, a bumbling, nerdy chemistry professor who invents a formula to transform into suave alter ego Buddy Love. As Buddy, he wins over college beauty Stella but struggles to balance his dual identities. His experiment spirals into chaos, revealing the pitfalls of superficial charm. The film explores themes of self-acceptance, identity, and the cost of pretending to be someone else.
Why It’s Our Vibe
The Nutty Professor is a wild, technicolor romp that pops with goofy charm, like a fizzy soda on a summer day. Jerry Lewis’ dual role as awkward Kelp and slick Buddy Love is a masterclass in slapstick and heart, directed with playful energy by Lewis himself. The jazzy score and vibrant visuals amplify the film’s quirky, unfiltered vibe. Every gag and transformation lands with just enough heart to keep it grounded. It’s a vibe for anyone craving a lighthearted, laugh-filled escape that doesn’t skimp on soul. This classic proves you can be nutty, heartfelt, and timeless without overcomplicating the fun.
Director
Jerry Lewis
Writers
Jerry Lewis
Bill Richmond
Starring
Jerry Lewis as Professor Julius Kelp / Buddy Love
Stella Stevens as Stella Purdy
Del Moore as Dr. Warfield
Kathleen Freeman as Millie Lemmon
Med Flory as Football Player
Norman Alden as Student
Produced by
Ernest D. Glucksman
Production Company
Jerry Lewis Productions
Cinematography
W. Wallace Kelley
Edited by
John Woodcock
Music by
Walter Scharf
Distributed by
Paramount Pictures
Release date
June 4, 1963
Run Time
1 hr 47 min
Country
United States
Languages
English
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