The Delicate Delinquent
"JERRY LEWIS makes that blackboard jungle jump for joy. He's funnier than ever..."
Originally released in 1957. The Delicate Delinquent is a comedy film. directed by Don McGuire.
Starring Jerry Lewis, Darren McGavin, and Martha Hyer
Synopsis
Sidney Pythias is a bumbling janitor picked up by cop Mike Damon as a teenage gang member worth saving from delinquency. With Damon's help, Sidney works his way through the Police Academy to become a cop too.
Quick Facts
Release Date
June 6, 1957
68 years ago
Runtime
1h 41m
101 minutes total
User Rating
6.4/10
Good (34 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top Cast
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- York Pictures Corporation
- Paramount Pictures
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Delicate Delinquent about?
Sidney Pythias is a bumbling janitor picked up by cop Mike Damon as a teenage gang member worth saving from delinquency. With Damon's help, Sidney works his way through the Police Academy to become...
Who directed The Delicate Delinquent?
The Delicate Delinquent was directed by Don McGuire.
How long is The Delicate Delinquent?
The Delicate Delinquent has a runtime of 1 hours and 41 minutes (101 minutes total).
When was The Delicate Delinquent released?
The Delicate Delinquent was released on June 6, 1957 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Delicate Delinquent?
The main cast of The Delicate Delinquent includes Jerry Lewis, Darren McGavin, Martha Hyer, Robert Ivers, Horace McMahon.