The Bellboy movie poster

The Bellboy

"It's a Series of Silly Sequences and One of Jerry's All-Time Great Comedy Performances!"

July 20, 1960 1h 12m 6.2/10 (122 votes)

Originally released in 1960. The Bellboy is a comedy film. directed by Jerry Lewis. At just 72 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.

Starring Jerry Lewis, Alex Gerry, and Bob Clayton

Synopsis

Stanley is a bellboy at the Fountainbleau Hotel in Miami Beach, where he performs his duties quietly and without a word to anyone. All he displays are facial expressions and a comedic slapstick style. And anything that can go wrong, does go wrong when Stanley is involved. One day, Jerry Lewis arrives at the hotel and some of the staff notice the striking resemblance.

Quick Facts

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Release Date July 20, 1960 65 years ago
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Runtime 1h 12m 72 minutes total
User Rating 6.2/10 Good (122 votes)
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Budget $900K Production budget
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Box Office $10M 11.1x return
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Language English Original language
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Country United States of America Production

Director

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
EN
Budget
$900,000
Revenue
$10,000,000

Production Companies

  • Jerry Lewis Productions
  • Paramount Pictures

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Bellboy about?

Stanley is a bellboy at the Fountainbleau Hotel in Miami Beach, where he performs his duties quietly and without a word to anyone. All he displays are facial expressions and a comedic slapstick sty...

Who directed The Bellboy?

The Bellboy was directed by Jerry Lewis.

How long is The Bellboy?

The Bellboy has a runtime of 1 hours and 12 minutes (72 minutes total).

When was The Bellboy released?

The Bellboy was released on July 20, 1960 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in The Bellboy?

The main cast of The Bellboy includes Jerry Lewis, Alex Gerry, Bob Clayton, Sonnie Sands, Eddie Shaeffer.

Is The Bellboy worth watching?

The Bellboy has a user rating of 6.2/10 based on 122 reviews, indicating good reception from audiences.