The World's Greatest Lover (1977)
The World's Greatest Lover is a 1977 comedy movie directed by Gene Wilder, with a running time of 1h 29m. It stars Gene Wilder, Carol Kane and Dom DeLuise.
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.
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What is The World's Greatest Lover about?
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.
When was The World's Greatest Lover released?
The World's Greatest Lover was released on 18 December 1977.
How long is The World's Greatest Lover?
The World's Greatest Lover runs 1h 29m.
Who made The World's Greatest Lover?
The World's Greatest Lover was directed by Gene Wilder.
Cast
- Gene Wilder as Rudy Valentine / Rudy Hickman
- Carol Kane as Annie Hickman
- Dom DeLuise as Adolph Zitz
- Fritz Feld as Tomaso Abalone
- Carol Arthur as Woman in Record Store
- Candice Azzara as Anne Calassandro
- Carl Ballantine as Uncle Harry
- Stanley Brock as Yes Man #2
- Warren Burton as Greta Ga-Ga
- Matt Collins as Rudolph Valentino
- Lou Cutell as Mr. Kipper
- Danny DeVito as Assistant Director