Method to the Madness of Jerry Lewis
6
115 minutes
12/17/2011
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.
Cast List
Jerry Lewis
as Self
Alec Baldwin
as Self
Richard Belzer
as Self
Carol Burnett
as Self
Chevy Chase
as Self
Billy Crystal
as Self
Woody Harrelson
as Self
John Landis
as Self
Richard Lewis
as Self
Eddie Murphy
as Self
Carl Reiner
as Self
Jerry Seinfeld
as Self
Steven Spielberg
as Self
Quentin Tarantino
as Self
Michael Andrew
as Self
Yanou Collart
as Self
Jac Flanders
as Self
Arthur Forrest
as Self
Nigel Lythgoe
as Self
Deana Martin
as Self
Lee Musiker
as Self
Lawrence Inglee
as Self