WHO'S MINDING THE STORE (1963) Movie Poster, Original Vintage Daybill
Size AU Daybill Post-War (13" x 30")
WHO'S MINDING THE STORE (1963) Movie Poster Original Vintage Daybill Jerry Lewis Jill St John Ray Walston Directed by Frank Tashlin is presented in Very Fine Condition. Movie Poster and...
WHO'S MINDING THE STORE (1963) Movie Poster Original Vintage Daybill Jerry Lewis Jill St John Ray Walston Directed by Frank Tashlin is presented in Very Fine Condition.
Movie Poster and Condition.
Condition: This original, unrestored Australian Daybill Movie Poster presents as Very Fine condition, 2 Daybill folds as issued, with a small right hand edge chip and two neat pin holes top middle edge. This authentic vintage Australian Daybill is a highly desirable collectible from the golden era of comedy cinema. Featuring vibrant, eye-catching design typical of 1960s theatrical artwork, this original movie poster captures the playful spirit of the film and its legendary star. Daybills are especially sought-after by collectors due to their unique Australian format and limited print runs, making this piece a standout addition for fans of classic Hollywood comedy and Jerry Lewis memorabilia.
Movie Synopsis
Released in 1963, Who's Minding the Store? is a delightful comedy directed by Frank Tashlin, known for his work blending live-action with cartoon-like humour. The film stars the incomparable Jerry Lewis as Norman Phiffier, a bumbling yet kind-hearted stock boy working in a large department store owned by the wealthy Tuttle family. When Norman falls in love with the charming and determined Barbara Tuttle (Jill St John), he faces an uphill battle to prove himself worthy to her disapproving father, the stern retail magnate Mr. Tuttle (Ray Walston).
To test Norman’s suitability as both a partner and a potential heir to the family business, Mr. Tuttle subjects him to a series of increasingly absurd and challenging tasks within the department store. Each trial showcases Norman’s chaotic approach to even the simplest responsibilities, resulting in a cascade of hilarious mishaps. From operating noisy machinery to navigating the intricacies of customer service, Norman’s antics deliver a masterclass in physical comedy and visual gags.
Jerry Lewis, at the height of his solo career following his split from Dean Martin, brings his signature style of exaggerated expressions and inventive humour to the role. His performance anchors the film, supported by a strong cast that enhances the comedic timing and narrative charm. Director Frank Tashlin, who previously worked as an animator for Warner Bros., infuses the film with a distinct cartoon sensibility, evident in its pacing, slapstick sequences, and imaginative set pieces.
The film is remembered for several standout scenes, including a chaotic vacuum cleaner demonstration and an unforgettable typewriter sequence, both of which have become iconic moments in classic 1960s comedy films. These sequences highlight the film’s creative approach to humour, relying on timing, sound design, and visual exaggeration rather than dialogue alone.
Beyond its comedic appeal, Who's Minding the Store? (1963) also reflects the consumer culture of the era, using the department store setting as both a playground for comedy and a subtle commentary on retail and social class. The film remains a beloved entry in Jerry Lewis’s filmography, celebrated for its charm, inventiveness, and enduring entertainment value.
To find out more about Who's Minding the Store? (1963) click here to go to IMDB.com.
Special Notes.
Images may have a small 'MPA' digital watermark and this does not appear on the poster. Posters are being held by magnets in the corners to take photographs, so you may see some magnet and shadows from the magnets in these areas. The magnets are not included in the sale of the item.
Postage, Insurance & Your Country Taxes
Postage costs are quoted for this item, include insurance up to AUD$100, but if you reside outside of Australia, the price does not include any import taxes/fees that you may be required to pay when the item reaches your borders. Please check with your local authorities for any additional taxes or fees. If you would like full insurance coverage for your purchase, please message me and I would be happy to quote the additional cost (estimate is AUD$2.50 p/AUD$100 or 2.5% of the item value, up to a maximum item value of AUD$5,000).
FAQ
At Movie Posters Australia, the love and conservation of movie posters comes first, and we like to share this passion. Our commitment to quality means we will provide high quality memorabilia to our customers. Posters are carefully chosen and authenticated to ensure originality and value. We want our customers to trust MPA, so we always try to be as open and transparent as we can, provide detailed condition information and images, to ensure customers are comfortable and confident in their purchase.
While the industry does have a few condition rating standards, there is no movie poster condition rating system that has become the accepted standard world wide. This unfortunately makes condition terms vary from movie poster dealer to movie poster dealer. Terms like Mint, Near Mint, Very Fine, Fine, Very Good, Good, Fair, Poor, seem to be universal to most condition rating standards, but most standards still lack definition about what and how many flaws/defects/damage defines a specific condition level. For more information on how Movie Posters Australia grades the condition of its movie posters, daybills, lobby cards and other ephemera please see out Movie Poster Condition and Grading page.
In the early days of cinema, posters were primarily hand-drawn and printed in various sizes, often tailored to fit the available space in theaters or promotional areas. In the United States, the "One Sheet" size (some times called '1 Sheet' or '1SH' approximately 27" x 41", became the standard during the 1930s. This size was manageable for theater display and suited the needs of a growing film industry.
Different countries developed their own poster sizes and styles, which also changed sometimes over the decades, and were influenced by local preferences and practical considerations, like available paper sheet sizes and how many posters could be printed on one sheet.
In Australia, the most popular size, the Daybill, has evolved over the decades. Australian Daybills sizes in chronological order are:
- Long Daybills (15" x 40"), from 1920's to pre-WW2 or pre-1941, were printed two to a sheet, longer than current Daybill versions. There were size variances in width from 14.5" to 15" and in height from 39.5" to 40".
- War Time Daybill (10" x 30"), during WW2, for a short time to conserve paper during a war time shortage, four Daybills were printed on one sheet. Information from Press Sheets also referred to these War-Time sizes as "New Size Daybills".
- Post-War Daybill (13" x 30"), this 13" x 30" Post-War size carried through until the 1980's, but also varied in size from 13"-14" x 29.75"-30.25".
- Post-80's Daybill (33cm x 66cm, or 13" x 26"), over a few years in the late 80's, the size changed again to a metric 33cm x 66cm, although these have also varied from 32-33cm x 64.5-66cm. New sizes from the late 80's were created, sometimes called a Mini Daybill or Mini Poster, in 9" x 12", 11" x 17" and 13" x 20".
In the UK, the somewhat unique 'Quad' poster, measuring 30" x 40", became popular, offering a larger landscape format that allowed for more elaborate designs.
In Japan, movie poster sizes were smaller, such as the "B2" (20" x 28"), which suited the more compact living environment of larger cities, smaller advertising spaces, and unique aesthetic sensibilities.
The 1970s and 1980s, witnessed the rise of the "six-sheet" (81" x 81") format, reflecting a trend towards larger and more visually impactful advertising.
Overall, the variation in movie poster sizes across different countries and decades highlights the interplay between technological printing advancements, paper resource availability, paper sheet size changes, cultural preferences, and the evolving nature of movie marketing.
At Movie Posters Australia we tag each poster we sell with a 'size' and 'condition' description at the very top of the page for our customers to easily see. There may however be some slight variations to sizes by up one inch due to variations in production and guillotine methods by printers over the decades.