description The Nutty Professor Overview
The Nutty Professor is a 1996 comedy film directed by Tom Shadyac and starring Eddie Murphy. It serves as a remake of the 1963 Jerry Lewis version, featuring a cast including Jada Pinkett, James Coburn, and Larry Miller. Production took place between May 1995 and September 1995, with David Newman composing the film’s music.
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info The Nutty Professor Specifications
| Country | United States |
| Year | 1996 |
help The Nutty Professor FAQ
Is The Nutty Professor a remake of Jerry Lewis's movie?
Yes. Eddie Murphy's 1996 film is a remake of the 1963 Jerry Lewis comedy, but it reworks the story around Sherman Klump and a family of characters Murphy also plays.
Which characters does Eddie Murphy play in The Nutty Professor?
Murphy plays the shy scientist Sherman Klump and his confident alter ego Buddy Love, as well as several members of the Klump family. The multiple-role performance is the film's central comic device, not a brief cameo trick.
Who plays Carla Purty in The Nutty Professor?
Jada Pinkett plays Carla Purty, the woman Sherman hopes to date while struggling with his self-image. James Coburn and Larry Miller are also part of the 1996 cast, playing Harlan Hart and Dean Richmond.
Who directed the 1996 version of The Nutty Professor?
Tom Shadyac directed the 1996 remake, and filming ran from May through September 1995 before its release. Makeup and visual effects helped Eddie Murphy perform multiple roles in the same story.
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