3 Nuts in Search of a Bolt
“The Screwiest Comedy of the Year!”
Synopsis
An out-of-work method actor is hired by a male model, an ecdysiast, and a car salesman who live together to save money. They want the actor to listen to their problems and go see a psychiatrist, so they can get counseling for cheap. The psychiatrist is intrigued by the split personalities indicated by the three separate sets of problems presented by the actor, and soon producers are climbing out of the woodwork trying to buy the rights to the film, while the actor is having trouble keeping his act together.
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Mamie Van Doren
Saxie Symbol
Tommy Noonan
Tom
Ziva Rodann
Dr. Myra Von
John Cronin
Bruce Bernard
Howard E. Koch
Dr. Otis Salverson
T.C. Jones
Henry
Charles Irving
R.L. Katz
Alvy Moore
Sutter T. Finley
Marjorie Bennett
Mrs. Berkeley-Kent
Arthur Gould-Porter
Mr. Blyth
Patrick O'Moore
Edwards
Jennie Lee
Miss Griswald
Jimmy Cross
Drunk
Curt Mercer
1st Crook
Richard Normoyle
2nd Crook
Frank Kreig
Bartender
Pat Noone
Miss Frisbee
Kathy Waniata
Schoolteacher
Release History & Theatrical Window
May 29, 1964
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Tommy Noonan
- Screenplay & Story
- Tommy Noonan, Ian McGlashan
- Original Score
- Phil Moody
- Original Title
- 3 Nuts in Search of a Bolt
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 18m
- Production Studios
- Harlequin International Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Tommy Noonan
Tommy Noonan, Ian McGlashan
Phil Moody
William Martin
Tommy Noonan, Ian McGlashan
Department Leadership Roster
Tommy Noonan
Director
Carroll Ballard
Production Design
Tommy Noonan
Producer
Ian McGlashan
Producer
Tommy Noonan
Writer
William Martin
Editor
Ian McGlashan
Writer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
R: Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
International Certification Matrix
Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
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Frequently Asked Questions About 3 Nuts in Search of a Bolt
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What is 3 Nuts in Search of a Bolt about?
An out-of-work method actor is hired by a male model, an ecdysiast, and a car salesman who live together to save money. They want the actor to listen to their problems and go see a psychiatrist, so they can get counseling for cheap. The psychiatrist is intrigued by the split personalities indicated by the three separate sets of problems presented by the actor, and soon producers are climbing out of the woodwork trying to buy the rights to the film, while the actor is having trouble keeping his act together.
Who directed 3 Nuts in Search of a Bolt?
3 Nuts in Search of a Bolt was directed by Tommy Noonan.
Who stars in 3 Nuts in Search of a Bolt?
The principal cast of 3 Nuts in Search of a Bolt includes Mamie Van Doren, Tommy Noonan, Ziva Rodann, John Cronin, Howard E. Koch.
When was 3 Nuts in Search of a Bolt released and how long is it?
3 Nuts in Search of a Bolt was released in 1964 with a total runtime of 1h 18m.
Who composed the musical score for 3 Nuts in Search of a Bolt?
The original motion picture soundtrack for 3 Nuts in Search of a Bolt was composed by Phil Moody.
What is the age rating and content advisory for 3 Nuts in Search of a Bolt?
3 Nuts in Search of a Bolt holds official age classifications: US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).