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On this day, November 12, 1982, the comedy Jimmy the Kid premiered, directed by Gary Nelson and starring Gary Coleman alongside Paul Le Mat, with a memorable appearance by Pat Morita. This light-hearted film follows a group of would-be criminals whose kidnapping plans take an unexpected turn thanks to Coleman’s character. Jimmy the Kid brought in $5 million at the box office, appealing to fans of Coleman’s humor and charm.
Who remembers Jimmy the Kid? Did you catch this comedy back in the day?