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Boisterous nightclub entertainer Buzzy Bellew was the witness to a murder committed by gangster Ten Grand Jackson. One night, two of Jackson's thugs kill Buzzy and dump his body in the lake at Prospect Park in Brooklyn. Buzzy comes back as a ghost and summons his bookworm twin, Edwin Dingle, to Prospect Park so that he can help the police nail Jackson.
Two identical twins, mild-mannered bookworm Edwin Dimsdale and boisterous nightclub entertainer Duke Dimsdale, find their lives entangled when Duke is threatened by gangsters. Edwin, impersonating his more dashing twin, tries to win the affection of showgirl Maude Muller and also deal with Duke's dangerous associates, leading to a series of comedic mix-ups and musical numbers.
Wonder Man was a commercial success and received generally positive reviews, praised for its leading man's dual performance and energetic musical sequences. Critics noted the film's lighthearted tone and its effectiveness as escapist entertainment during its time.
Danny Kaye's dual role is the standout, showcasing his comedic and musical talents.
The film offers delightful song-and-dance numbers and lighthearted humor.
A charming and entertaining musical comedy that served as a vehicle for Kaye's star power.
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This was Danny Kaye's first film where he played two distinct characters, a format that proved highly successful for his subsequent career.
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Danny Kaye is "Dingle" - a charismatic, if slightly annoying, nightclub entertainer who, after witnessing an hit, falls foul of some mobsters. His ghost returns to try and inspire his rather timid twin to help deliver his killers to the cop...