The Disorderly Orderly
1964, English. Directed by Frank Tashlin.
NOTE: This picture was made entirely without the co-operation of any medical association!
Poor Jerome Littlefield. He wants to be a doctor – but that's not exactly the perfect career choice when you're hopelessly squeamish. So he settles for the job of orderly at the Whitestone Sanitarium, a career move that's guaranteed to keep the patients – and viewers – in stitches!
- Runtime
- 1h 29m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- NR
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Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.3/10 from 86 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Cast & crew
- Frank TashlinDirector
- Jerry LewisJerome Littlefield
- Glenda FarrellDr. Jean Howard
- Karen SharpeJulie Blair
- Susan OliverSusan Andrews
- Everett SloaneMr. Tuffington
- Kathleen FreemanNurse Higgins
- Del MooreDr. Davenport
- Alice PearceMrs. Fuzzibee, Talkative Patient
- Milton FromeBoard Member
- Jack E. LeonardFat Jack
- Barbara NicholsMiss Marlowe
- Muriel LandersMillicent
Details
- Released
- 16 December 1964
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Frank Tashlin, Ed Haas, Norm Liebmann
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The Disorderly Orderly: quick answers
Is The Disorderly Orderly worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.3/10 from 86 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is The Disorderly Orderly?
The Disorderly Orderly runs 89 minutes (1h 29m).
Does The Disorderly Orderly have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for The Disorderly Orderly. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
The Disorderly Orderly parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The Disorderly Orderly is rated NR in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is The Disorderly Orderly on?
The Disorderly Orderly isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it online. (Checked 10 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Disorderly Orderly?
If you liked The Disorderly Orderly, try Good Advice, Chasing Papi, Boot Camp.
Who directed The Disorderly Orderly?
The Disorderly Orderly (1964) was directed by Frank Tashlin and stars Jerry Lewis, Glenda Farrell, Karen Sharpe.