On this day August 12, 1983, the sci-fi comedy The Man Who Wasn’t There hit theaters, directed by Bruce Malmuth. The film starred Steve Guttenberg, Jeffrey Tambor, Art Hindle, and William Forsythe. Despite its intriguing premise and a cast of well-known actors, the movie had a modest box office performance, grossing $2.4 million. While not a major commercial success, The Man Who Wasn’t There is remembered for its unique take on invisibility and its blend of humor and science fiction.