The Nutty Professor
Universal Pictures | Release Date: June 28, 1996
6.9
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Generally favorable reviews based on 81 Ratings
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GenuineOpinionMar 13, 2012
I disagree with TheNewSpielberg.
I felt this movie was very hilarious, and well executed. Why does my review need to be at least 150 characters long?
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Sosmooth1982Jan 6, 2023
Very funny movie. A dorky scientist who creates a potion that makes him more sauve to females. Also a better personality.
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4
TheNewSpielbergApr 3, 2011
A silly and over the top remake of the 1963 classic, Eddie Murphy stars as Sherman Klump, a man who is battling his own weight problems. He forms a cliche romantic relationship with a chemistry teacher named Carla Purty. One night, afterA silly and over the top remake of the 1963 classic, Eddie Murphy stars as Sherman Klump, a man who is battling his own weight problems. He forms a cliche romantic relationship with a chemistry teacher named Carla Purty. One night, after having a horrific nightmare, he goes to the lab and creates a serum that enables him to become thin and muscular. However, his alter ego is both a blessing and a curse. Overall, a bad script makes the story boring. One of the only reasons to watch this mess is all the fantastic multi-roles played by Murphy, the highlight being Klump's mother, father, grandmother, nephew and brother. Another great gimmick are the mindblowing special effects by makeup supreme Rick Baker. Oh, and also a funny but mean theatrical outing as Buddy Love. The music is mostly 90s pop songs, but I like old music so what the hell. In other words, funny for the most part but generally just another big budget remake that was s**t out by Hollywood.… Expand
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4
drlowdonDec 26, 2020
Sherman Klump invents a miraculous weight-loss solution, and after a disastrous date with a chemistry student, decides to test the solution on himself. It works, but there are some rather serious side-effects. Eddie Murphy is clearly aSherman Klump invents a miraculous weight-loss solution, and after a disastrous date with a chemistry student, decides to test the solution on himself. It works, but there are some rather serious side-effects. Eddie Murphy is clearly a talented actor and comedian, but he’s made some pretty poor movies over the last couple of decades. This isn’t his absolute worst, but for a comedy it’s not particularly funny and the plot is all pretty predictable.… Expand
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8
ZilcellMay 10, 2012
There are nonstop laughs and Eddie Murphy gives great performances for all of the 5 or 6 roles that he takes. The humor is simply spot-on in this comedy.
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7
Tss5078Feb 22, 2013
Eddie Murphy has a reputation in Hollywood of being hard to work with and his track record since the late 90's hasn't been a good one. It makes it hard to remember just what a comedy genius this guy used to be, and The Nutty Professor is aEddie Murphy has a reputation in Hollywood of being hard to work with and his track record since the late 90's hasn't been a good one. It makes it hard to remember just what a comedy genius this guy used to be, and The Nutty Professor is a prime example of that. Nobody else could have pulled off this role and made this film as good as it was. It's always been kind of a stupid story, but Murphy played into that and turned it into something that both kids and adults would find funny. No matter what you think of Eddie Murphy, it is impossible not to laugh during this movie. The Nutty Professor is two hours of fun, and on top of that, it's a refershing kind of comedy that we don't really see much of anymore.… Expand
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survivorfan989May 16, 2013
This is easily one of Eddie's best works and one of the most memorable films he has done thanks to playing that hilarious Klump family (which prompted the sequel). It's a hilarious comedy that works so well because of Eddie, but its also aThis is easily one of Eddie's best works and one of the most memorable films he has done thanks to playing that hilarious Klump family (which prompted the sequel). It's a hilarious comedy that works so well because of Eddie, but its also a great concept with a good meaning behind to it also. The classic 'dinner scene' is possibly one of my favourite scenes in a film, and it is just hilarious! Overall this is one of my personal favourite comedies, and I would highly recommend it!… Expand
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MATMMar 21, 2021
There are a lot of funny bits in “The Nutty Professor”, and it teaches a pretty good life lesson, too. Be warned that the language is really rough, so don’t expect to watch this with your 5 year old. I give it a C, if you've already seenThere are a lot of funny bits in “The Nutty Professor”, and it teaches a pretty good life lesson, too. Be warned that the language is really rough, so don’t expect to watch this with your 5 year old. I give it a C, if you've already seen the best, but you insist on watching a movie, try this one out.… Expand
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MovieGuysMar 8, 2014
The Nutty Professor is just plain dumb fun, with not much more of a purpose than to get a rise out of the audience and make them laugh. The movie doesn't try any harder than it should.
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EpicLadySpongeFeb 5, 2016
Murphy's story in this side of the case is actually more enjoyable than at least him trying to betray us all with his absurd and disgusting fat suit used in... *cough* my latest low score.
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SimpsonFansJan 15, 2017
There are nonstop laughs and Eddie Murphy gives great performances for all of the 5 or 6 roles that he takes. The humor is simply spot-on in this comedy.
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9
Tiber5Jan 15, 2017
There are nonstop laughs and Eddie Murphy gives great performances for all of the 5 or 6 roles that he takes. The humor is simply spot-on in this comedy.
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9
ThisIsSparta666Jan 15, 2017
There are nonstop laughs and Eddie Murphy gives great performances for all of the 5 or 6 roles that he takes. The humor is simply spot-on in this comedy.
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PAMAJan 15, 2017
There are nonstop laughs and Eddie Murphy gives great performances for all of the 5 or 6 roles that he takes. The humor is simply spot-on in this comedy.
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9
Pama300Jan 15, 2017
There are nonstop laughs and Eddie Murphy gives great performances for all of the 5 or 6 roles that he takes. The humor is simply spot-on in this comedy.
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9
Creepers200Jan 15, 2017
There are nonstop laughs and Eddie Murphy gives great performances for all of the 5 or 6 roles that he takes. The humor is simply spot-on in this comedy.
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OriginalDangerAug 28, 2020
Eddie Murphy plays Professor Klump in The Nutty Professor... A 1996 comedy romance film that is one of the best comedies ever made. A remake of the Jerry Lewis one I don't know but Eddie Murphy in The Nutty Professor is hilarious. This filmEddie Murphy plays Professor Klump in The Nutty Professor... A 1996 comedy romance film that is one of the best comedies ever made. A remake of the Jerry Lewis one I don't know but Eddie Murphy in The Nutty Professor is hilarious. This film is better than anything with Jim Carrey in it and The Nutty Professor is a real treat for film fans. I recommend it.… Expand
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