The read
A Balasaur Score of 70 out of 100, drawn from IMDb 6.6/10, Rotten Tomatoes 83%. Critics rate it 17 points higher than audiences do.
Synopsis
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.
Ratings
IMDb6.6/10
Rotten Tomatoes83%
Critics rate it 17 points higher than audiences do.
484 audience votes
Key crew
- Walter ScharfOriginal Music Composer
- Bill RichmondWriter
- Jerry LewisWriter
- Jerry LewisDirector
Cast
- Jerry LewisProfessor Julius F. Kelp / Buddy Love / Baby Kelp
- Stella StevensStella Purdy
- Del MooreDr. Hamius R. Warfield
- Henry GibsonGibson, College Student
- Kathleen FreemanMillie Lemmon
- Richard KielMan in Gym (uncredited)
- Norman AldenFootball Player
- Howard MorrisMr. Elmer Kelp
- Elvia AllmanEdwina Kelp
- Milton FromeDr. M. Sheppard Leevee
- Doodles WeaverRube
- Murray AlperGym Attendant (uncredited)
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Themes
professorchemistrynerdalter egoteacherlovepotionjekyll and hydeplaying pianolibertinejazz bandnightclub entertainer
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