The Stooge

(1951)Directed by Norman Taurog100 min · GComedy, Drama, Romance
A RIOTOUS MUSICAL RAMPAGE!

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.

Dean Martinas Bill Miller
Jerry Lewisas Ted Rogers
Polly Bergenas Mary Turner
Marion Marshallas Genevieve 'Frecklehead' Tait
Eddie Mayehoffas Leo Lyman
Richard Erdmanas Ben Bailey
Frances Bavieras Mrs. Rogers
Percy Heltonas Sam Robertson (uncredited)
Oliver Blakeas Theater Manager (uncredited)
DBDanny Borzageas Diner Patron (uncredited)
MBMorgan Brownas Wedding Guest / Audience Member (uncredited)
Steve Carruthersas Audience Member (uncredited)
Danny Davenportas Sam Heinz (uncredited)
Charles Evansas Mr. Sutherland (uncredited)
Franklyn Farnumas Party Guest / Audience Member (uncredited)
Tommy Farrellas Tommy (uncredited)
GFGeorge Fordas Party Guest (uncredited)
RGRudy Germaneas Party Guest (uncredited)
JGJoe Gilbertas Wedding Guest (uncredited)
HGHerschel Grahamas Wedding Guest (uncredited)
Don Haggertyas Mr. Winston (uncredited)
RHRobert Hainesas Club Patron (uncredited)
Jerry Hausneras Al Borden (uncredited)
Harry Hinesas (uncredited)