The World's Greatest Lover (1977)

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Released:
1977-12-18

Overview:
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.

Director:
Gene Wilder

Runtime:
1h 29min

Genre:
Comedy

  • 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