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The Nutty Professor (Special Edition) (1963)

Starring: Norman Alden, Elvia Allman Rating: Unrated Format: DVD
4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (60 customer reviews)

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  • Actors: Norman Alden, Elvia Allman, Les Brown, Med Flory, Kathleen Freeman
  • Format: Closed-captioned, Collector's Edition, Color, DVD, Special Edition, Widescreen, NTSC
  • Language: French (Dolby Digital 2.0), English (Dolby Digital 2.0 Mono), English (Dolby Digital 5.1)
  • Subtitles: English, Spanish
  • Region: Region 1 (U.S. and Canada only. Read more about DVD formats.)
  • Aspect Ratio: 1.33:1
  • Number of discs: 1
  • Rating: Unrated
  • Studio: Paramount
  • DVD Release Date: October 12, 2004
  • Run Time: 107 minutes
  • Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (60 customer reviews)
  • ASIN: B0002NY8VW
  • Amazon.com Sales Rank: #21,105 in Movies & TV (See Bestsellers in Movies & TV)
  • For more information about "The Nutty Professor (Special Edition)" visit the Internet Movie Database (IMDb)

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Jerry Lewis's 1963 Jekyll and Hyde variation has always been tagged by two popular assumptions: one is that it is his best work as a comic filmmaker, and the other is that Lewis's Mr. Hyde equivalent--the slick, ultra-arrogant, good-looking womanizer Buddy Love--actually lampoons the director's former partner, Dean Martin. Well, The Nutty Professor certainly is Lewis's best film. But all one has to do is watch it to realize the motivation behind Buddy Love is more confessional: he's really much more like Lewis's darker, narcissistic side, while the shlubby scientist (also played by Lewis) from whom Love springs is closer to the star's screen image. You can watch all this psychodrama yourself and have a lot of good laughs at the same time with this unusual film, which still surpasses Eddie Murphy's recent remake--though not necessarily by a wide gap. --Tom Keogh


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Unable to put up with ridicule any longer, Kelp creates a potion that transforms him into his alter ego, Buddy Love, who is slick, cool and a hit with the ladies. The only problem with this potion is it doesn't last very long, and wears off at the most inopportune moments.

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19 of 19 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Lewis's best and with tons of footage, October 16, 2004
I own this classic now. I watched the extra features on the DVD and all of the coverage on the other work of Jerry's . After about a half an hour, I realized there is also a movie on this disk. I could not believe how much material is on this ONE disk. I strongly reccomend this and when you get it, watch it with the commentary track turned on for Jerry's comments as the show plays. The widescreen DVD format is fabulous. The color and clarity are fantastic, and the big band sound and sound effects are richer than ever.
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18 of 19 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Innovative Dr. Jeckell and Mr.Hyde Spoof, August 14, 2000
By yosunnyjoe (New York, New York) - See all my reviews
This Classic film shows the incredible comedic range of Jerry Lewis as a goofy buck tooth professor with an exagerated low self esteem. He finds that one of his gorgeous students Miss Purdy played well by Stella Stevens takes some sort of interest to him. As the professor he stumbles on a potion that can change his genetics into an overly arrogant good looking man who lacks the one thing that would win Purdy over. Sensitivity. The characters name Buddy Love is said by some to have been based on former rat pack partner Dean Martin. Buddy Loves character was an inspiration for comedian Andrew Dice Clay as Dice has said, "Your not here because your Not attracted to me. And you can see I dig you pretty well myself." Eddie Murphys remake although good could never over shadow this classic comedy. Lewis as Professor Kelp at the prom with his goofy dance steps is hilarious. This movie is timeless and I highly reccomend it to everyone. This movies 1963 release gives you some sense of the simple wholesome lifestyle of the early sixties. As a male I can't help but fall for Stella Stevens every time. Jerry Lewis proves in this movie he's a comic genius!
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5.0 out of 5 stars Humility, September 14, 2005
By Wayne A. (Belfast, Northern Ireland) - See all my reviews
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I once was one of those snots who dismissed the solo work of Jerry Lewis. No longer. After long years with classic silent comedy and Thirties screwball stuff I reluctantly went back to "The Nutty Professor" and my jaw dropped. This guy was a genius. This film has its roots, and plenty of them, but much of it is thoroughly unique and, dare I write it, visionary.

This is also a visually beautiful film with astonishing use of color. A real treat on that count alone. It's also a splendid updating of Jekyll and Hyde with real relevance for modern times.

I write this to those who may be captivated by Keaton, Laurel and Hardy, or Tati, but who've avoided Lewis for years. Honestly, give him another try.
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1.0 out of 5 stars Unwatchable
I thought Eddy Murphy was bad with his version of "Nutty Professor", but this is worse. The scenes are too long and drawn out. I couldn't finish it. Read more
Published 3 months ago by Von Gardiner

4.0 out of 5 stars dvd
It came quickly. And it plays well. It wasn't scratched or anything. It wasn't late or anything. I guess that's it.
Published 4 months ago by Sarah R. Spohn

4.0 out of 5 stars Nutty Professor Critique
I watched this movie and many other Jerry Lewis movies as a child and enjoyed the pure humor that was derived from Jerry's comedic brillance. Read more
Published 4 months ago by Trekkie Tammy

5.0 out of 5 stars Jerry Lewis Masterpiece
I've seen 5 or 6 of Lewis's films and for the most part they consist of very juvenile (or French) humor. But The Nutty Professor is in a different category completely. Read more
Published 5 months ago by Pen Twain

4.0 out of 5 stars A very charming film
In a performance reminiscent of Peter Sellers in `Dr. Strangeglove,' Eddie Murphy turns in a tour de farce in `The Nutty Professor. Read more
Published 13 months ago by Mitch Clifford

5.0 out of 5 stars " ... and he's a gasser ..."
I loved this movie when I first happened across it on wee-hours TV about 30 years ago. I got sucked in when the explosion happened and the floors moved like an earthquake... Read more
Published 17 months ago by Tangerine

5.0 out of 5 stars needed the nutty
My son & I had to have this movie! The vendor was quick in sending and it was in excellent condition. I would definately order from them again.
Published 19 months ago by Trisha Spurck

3.0 out of 5 stars Jerry Lewis at his finest
I saw this movie thru out my childhood and have enjoyed it as much now as I did then. I loved this movie so much that I purchased a copy for a kind friend of mine who has... Read more
Published 22 months ago by James M. Velazquez

5.0 out of 5 stars Even Better With Time!!!
I saw this film when I was 9. Was I impressed? Yes--I've never forgotten this great film--great special effects before computer enhancement, all the brainchild of Jerry... Read more
Published 22 months ago by Dr Victor S Alpher

5.0 out of 5 stars NUTTY & HILARIOUS!
man, I forgot how much I loved this movie. Caught the last 30 minutes on TV the other day and decided I needed to get this in my library ASAP. Read more
Published 23 months ago by Baddstuff

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