Bit of a disappointment by the end. It starts off very good, but sharply declines from the midway point. <em>'The Misadventures of Merlin Jones'</em> is practically split into two stories, one about the ability to read minds and one about hypnosis. The former is entertaining and I thoroughly enjoyed it, but the latter is extremely stagnant and slow paced. The film loses all of the promising momentum that it…
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Merlin Jones, a precocious and intelligent high-school boy, experiments with hypnosis and creates a mind-reading machine. However, his experiments land him in deep trouble with the law.
Top Cast
Tommy Kirk
Merlin Jones
Annette Funicello
Jennifer
Leon Ames
Judge Holmsby / Lex Fortas
Stuart Erwin
Police Captain Loomis
Alan Hewitt
Professor Shattuck
Connie Gilchrist
Mrs. Gossett
Norman Grabowski
Norman, Midvale Football Player
Burt Mustin
Bailiff
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FAQ about The Misadventures of Merlin Jones
What is The Misadventures of Merlin Jones about?
Merlin Jones, a precocious and intelligent high-school boy, experiments with hypnosis and creates a mind-reading machine. However, his experiments land him in deep trouble with the law.
When was The Misadventures of Merlin Jones released?
The Misadventures of Merlin Jones was released in 1964.
What genres does The Misadventures of Merlin Jones belong to?
The Misadventures of Merlin Jones is categorised as Science Fiction, Family, Comedy.
Who stars in The Misadventures of Merlin Jones?
The cast of The Misadventures of Merlin Jones includes Tommy Kirk, Annette Funicello, Leon Ames, Stuart Erwin, Alan Hewitt.