Mister Universe (1951): cast, story & where to watch
1951 · Film · ★ 4
Released in 1951, Mister Universe is a comedy and romance film directed by Joseph Lerner, running about 89 minutes. “You'll Howl...When the Tusslers Meet the Musclers” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A gullible and honest "Mr. Universe" winner, Tommy Tomkins, gets added to the stable of a con-man and a wrestling prompter.
Who’s in it. Mister Universe stars Jack Carson as Jeff Clayton, Janis Paige as Lorraine, Vince Edwards as Tommy Tomkins and Bert Lahr as Joe Pulaski, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.0/10, Mister Universe has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Mister Universe page.
If you liked it. Fans of Mister Universe tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Mister Universe (1951)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Mister Universe change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Mister Universe worth watching?
- Mister Universe holds an audience score of 4.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Mister Universe?
- Mister Universe stars Jack Carson, Janis Paige, Vince Edwards, Bert Lahr and Robert Alda.
- When was Mister Universe released?
- Mister Universe was released in 1951, with a runtime of about 89 minutes.