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.
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Method to the Madness of Jerry Lewis Cast
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Character |
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Richard Belzer
He was 67, now 80 years old
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as Himself |
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Woody Harrelson
He was 50, now 63 years old
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as Himself |
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Billy Crystal
He was 63, now 76 years old
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as Himself |
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Chevy Chase
He was 68, now 81 years old
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as Himself |
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Alec Baldwin
He was 53, now 66 years old
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as Himself |
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Richard Lewis
He was 64, 71 years old when he died
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as Himself |
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John Landis
He was 61, now 74 years old
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as Himself |
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Jerry Seinfeld
He was 57, now 70 years old
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as Himself |
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Jerry Lewis
He was 85, 91 years old when he died
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as Himself |
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Carol Burnett
She was 78, now 91 years old
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as Herself |
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Lawrence Inglee
He was 38, now 51 years old
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as Himself |
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Michael Andrew
He was 46, now 59 years old
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as Himself |
Method to the Madness of Jerry Lewis Crew
