The film is arguably the ultimate showcase for Eddie Murphy's transformative talent. Assisted by Rick Baker’s stunning makeup effects, Murphy plays , including nearly the entire Klump family: Sherman Klump : The kind-hearted, brilliant scientist. Buddy Love : The slick, arrogant alter ego. Cletus (Papa) Klump : The grumpy, aging father. Anna (Mama) Klump : The sweet, supportive mother. Granny Klump : The raunchy, sex-crazed grandmother. Ernie Klump : Sherman’s crude brother. Lance Perkins : A parody of fitness guru Richard Simmons. Behind-the-Scenes Trivia Nutty Professor II: The Klumps movie review - Roger Ebert
The 2000 sequel remains a fascinating study in early-2000s excess, showcasing Eddie Murphy's peak versatility while doubling down on the "gross-out" humor that defined the era. A Masterclass in Multi-Character Acting Nutty Professor II: The Klumps
