Here Comes Mr. Zerk
Here Comes Mr. Zerk

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Here Comes Mr. Zerk

1943
Movie
15 min
English

Harry, a famous scientist, is mistaken for an escaped lunatic.

Insights

IMDb6.0/10
Director: John RawlinsGenres: Comedy, Musical

Plot Summary

A down-on-his-luck inventor, eager to prove his worth, creates a new type of canned soup. He faces numerous comedic challenges and romantic entanglements as he tries to get his invention to the public and win the heart of a beautiful singer.

Critical Reception

This musical comedy was generally seen as a lighthearted vehicle for its star, Eddie Cantor, though it received mixed reviews for its predictable plot and reliance on musical numbers.

What Reviewers Say

  • Relies heavily on the comedic and musical talents of Eddie Cantor.

  • The plot is thin and often overshadowed by song and dance numbers.

  • A forgettable, though generally harmless, musical comedy.

Google audience: Audience reception for this film is not widely documented.

Fun Fact

Eddie Cantor, the star of the film, was a major vaudeville and radio personality before his film career, known for his distinctive voice and energetic performances.

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