The World's Greatest Lover

The World's Greatest Lover

1977 · 89 min · EN · PG · 5.9 (29 votes)
Dir. Gene Wilder · Starring Gene Wilder, Carol Kane, Dom DeLuise, Fritz Feld, Carol Arthur, Candice Azzara · Music John Morris

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Comedy

When frustrated movie studio mogul Adolph Zitz announces a talent search for a romantic leading man to rival the great Rudolph Valentino, thousands of hopefuls decend upon Hollywood. Rudy Valentine, a neurotic baker from Milwaukee, knows little about romance or acting. But when his wife leaves him for the real Valentino, Rudy goes to outrageous lengths to win the role of a lifetime and win back the love of his life.

VIBE

A whirlwind of chaotic energy and over-the-top performances. This film is a madcap dive into Hollywood ambition, where dreams of stardom collide with absurd situations and physical comedy. Expect non-stop laughs and a truly wild ride.

slapstickzanyabsurdistchaoticfreneticbroad comedyphysical humorold Hollywood satireambitionloveidentityfame
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