The Delicate Delinquent
1957, English. Directed by Don McGuire.
JERRY LEWIS makes that blackboard jungle jump for joy. He's funnier than ever...
Sidney Pythias is a bumbling janitor picked up by cop Mike Damon as a teenage gang member worth saving from delinquency. With Damon's help, Sidney works his way through the Police Academy to become a cop too.
- Runtime
- 1h 41m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- NR
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Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.4/10 from 41 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch The Delicate Delinquent
The Delicate Delinquent isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it online.
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Cast & crew
- Don McGuireDirector
- Jerry LewisSidney L. Pythias
- Darren McGavinMike Damon
- Martha HyerMartha Henshaw
- Robert IversMonk
- Horace McMahonCapt. Riley
- Richard BakalyanArtie
- Joe CoreyHarry
- Mary WebsterPatricia
- Milton FromeMr. Herman
- Jefferson Dudley SearlesMr. Crow (as Jefferson Searles)
- Dave WillockWilliam C. Goerner
- Frank GorshinNeighborhood Street Punk
Details
- Released
- 6 June 1957
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Don McGuire
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The Delicate Delinquent: quick answers
Is The Delicate Delinquent worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.4/10 from 41 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is The Delicate Delinquent?
The Delicate Delinquent runs 101 minutes (1h 41m).
Does The Delicate Delinquent have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for The Delicate Delinquent. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
The Delicate Delinquent parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The Delicate Delinquent is rated NR in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is The Delicate Delinquent on?
The Delicate Delinquent isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it online. (Checked 10 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Delicate Delinquent?
If you liked The Delicate Delinquent, try Cadet Kelly, The Pink Panther Strikes Again, The Rocker.
Who directed The Delicate Delinquent?
The Delicate Delinquent (1957) was directed by Don McGuire and stars Jerry Lewis, Darren McGavin, Martha Hyer.