"The Nutty Professor" (1996) is a comedy film directed by Tom Shadyac and stars Eddie Murphy in multiple roles. The story follows a kind-hearted but overweight professor, Sherman Klump, who invents a weight-loss serum that transforms him into a slim, confident alter ego named Buddy Love. The film explores themes of self-acceptance and the challenges of balancing personal and professional life. The movie features a talented supporting cast, including Jada Pinkett Smith as Sherman's love interest, Carla Purty, and James Coburn as his father. "The Nutty Professor" is a remake of the 1963 film of the same name, originally starring Jerry Lewis. The film was well-received for its humor and Murphy's performance, earning a significant box office success.