Shut That Door!!
Shut That Door!!

Shut That Door!!

1973TV ShowEnded2 SeasonsEnglish

Shut That Door! was a British comedy talk show hosted by Larry Grayson. It aired on ATV from 1972 to 1977. The show was produced by ATV and distributed by ITV.

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IMDb5.0/10
Rotten Tomatoes25%
Director: Frank B. JonesGenres: Comedy

Plot Summary

A timid and accident-prone handyman, Stan (Jerry Lewis), takes a job at a wealthy estate where he encounters a series of bizarre and wealthy inhabitants. Among them is the owner's sultry wife, the eccentric housekeeper, and a host of other quirky characters. Stan's attempts to simply do his job often lead to escalating chaos and comedic disaster, as he inadvertently causes mayhem and misunderstandings.

Critical Reception

The film received a generally negative reception from critics, who found its humor dated and Lewis's performance to be overly reliant on his usual slapstick antics. Audiences were also divided, with some appreciating the broad comedy while others found it to be tiresome.

What Reviewers Say

  • Critics found the film's humor to be predictable and uninspired.
  • Jerry Lewis's signature comedic style was seen as repetitive and less effective.
  • The plot was often criticized for being thin and lacking substance.

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Fun Fact

While Jerry Lewis was a master of physical comedy, the critical reception for 'Shut That Door!!' marked a period where his style was increasingly seen as out of step with contemporary comedic sensibilities.

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