The legendary performer died Aug. 20 at age 91.
We look back at some of his greatest cinematic contributions.
Keep an eye out for Shirley MacLaine in her second film.

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The Bellboy(1960)
This is where the brilliant second act of Lewis' career begins.
It’s also Lewis' greatest film, hands down.
Some say Lewis modeled the Brylcreemed Buddy on the smarmy Dean Martin as a kiss-off.

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But what sight gags!
Over the years, it’s taken on the aura of myth.

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