The Stooge (1951)
A RIOTOUS MUSICAL RAMPAGE!
1951 · G · 1h 40m · Comedy, Drama, Romance
Genres: Comedy, Drama, Romance
Bill Miller is an unsuccessful Broadway performer until his handlers convince him to enhance his act with a stooge—Ted Rogers, a guy positioned in the audience to be the butt of Bill's jokes. After Ted begins to steal the show, Bill's girlfriend and his pals advise him to make Ted an equal partner.
Director: Norman Taurog
Writers: Martin Rackin, Sid Silvers, Fred F. Finklehoffe
Music by: Joseph J. Lilley
Cinematography: Daniel L. Fapp
Editor: Warren Low
Cast
Dean Martin as Bill MillerJerry Lewis as Ted RogersPolly Bergen as Mary TurnerMarion Marshall as Genevieve 'Frecklehead' TaitEddie Mayehoff as Leo LymanRichard Erdman as Ben BaileyFrances Bavier as Mrs. RogersPercy Helton as Sam Robertson (uncredited)Oliver Blake as Theater Manager (uncredited)Danny Borzage as Diner Patron (uncredited)Morgan Brown as Wedding Guest / Audience Member (uncredited)Steve Carruthers as Audience Member (uncredited)More like this
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