Method to the Madness of Jerry Lewis (2011)

ALL 12/17/2011 (en) Documentary 115 Min
  • Release
    12/17/2011
  • Production
  • Rotten tomato
    59%
  • Original title
    Method to the Madness of Jerry Lewis
  • Original language
    en
  • Production Cost
  • 0.00
    -

Overview

It will surprise few to discover that star of stage and screen Jerry Lewis has sought to amuse others since he was five years old. Since that early age, audiences split their sides watching his wacky antics, whilst wannabe comics aspired to his prolific career, from his solo work to his double act with Dean Martin. Indeed, many of his famous fans share stories of affection and admiration for the now 86-year-old performer and filmmaker in Gregg Barson’s documentary. Steven Spielberg, Quentin Tarantino, Eddie Murphy and Jerry Seinfeld are among those waxing lyrical about Lewis’ particular brand of genius, and his place in the annals of history. Including a cavalcade of hilarious clips from eight decades in the spotlight, Method to the Madness of Jerry Lewis examines the icon and his influence, and is essential viewing for aficionados of the man and his legacy.

  1. Gregg Barson

    Director

  2. Story

  3. James Ruxin

    Editor

  4. Producer



Currently available to stream, watch for free, rent, and buy in the United States. You can makes it easy to find out where you can legally watch your favorite movies & TV shows online.

Watch Channel

Casts

Full Cast & Crew

Casts : 22 , Crews : 9

Keyword

Method to the Madness of Jerry Lewis (2011) 115 Min

ALL 12/17/2011 (en)
Documentary
  • Release 12/17/2011
  • Production
  • Original title Method to the Madness of Jerry Lewis
  • en
  • Revenue0.00

Overview

It will surprise few to discover that star of stage and screen Jerry Lewis has sought to amuse others since he was five years old. Since that early age, audiences split their sides watching his wacky antics, whilst wannabe comics aspired to his prolific career, from his solo work to his double act with Dean Martin. Indeed, many of his famous fans share stories of affection and admiration for the now 86-year-old performer and filmmaker in Gregg Barson’s documentary. Steven Spielberg, Quentin Tarantino, Eddie Murphy and Jerry Seinfeld are among those waxing lyrical about Lewis’ particular brand of genius, and his place in the annals of history. Including a cavalcade of hilarious clips from eight decades in the spotlight, Method to the Madness of Jerry Lewis examines the icon and his influence, and is essential viewing for aficionados of the man and his legacy.

  1. Gregg Barson

    Director

  2. Story

  3. James Ruxin

    Editor

  4. Producer