The World's Greatest Lover (1977): cast, story & where to watch
1977 · Film · ★ 5.8
Released in 1977, The World's Greatest Lover is a comedy film directed by Gene Wilder, running about 89 minutes. “Go ahead - laugh!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. When frustrated movie studio mogul Adolph Zitz announces a talent search for a romantic leading man to rival the great Rudolph Valentino, thousands of hopefuls decend upon Hollywood. Rudy Valentine, a neurotic baker from Milwaukee, knows little about romance or acting. But when his wife leaves him for the real Valentino, Rudy goes to outrageous lengths to win the role of a lifetime and win back the love of his life.
Who’s in it. The World's Greatest Lover stars Gene Wilder as Rudy Valentine / Rudy Hickman, Carol Kane as Annie Hickman, Dom DeLuise as Adolph Zitz and Fritz Feld as Tomaso Abalone, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.8/10, The World's Greatest Lover has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The World's Greatest Lover page.
If you liked it. Fans of The World's Greatest Lover tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The World's Greatest Lover (1977)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The World's Greatest Lover change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The World's Greatest Lover worth watching?
- The World's Greatest Lover holds an audience score of 5.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The World's Greatest Lover?
- The World's Greatest Lover stars Gene Wilder, Carol Kane, Dom DeLuise, Fritz Feld and Carol Arthur.
- When was The World's Greatest Lover released?
- The World's Greatest Lover was released in 1977, with a runtime of about 89 minutes.