The World's Greatest Lover (1977)

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.

Directed by: Gene Wilder

Starring: Gene Wilder, Carol Kane, Dom DeLuise, Fritz Feld, Carol Arthur, Candice Azzara

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