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The Computer Wore Tennis Shoes

6.019691h 31mGMovieComedyFamilyDrama

Some college students manage to persuade the town's big businessman, A. J. Arno, to donate a computer to their college. When the problem- student, Dexter Riley, tries to fix the computer, he gets an electric shock and his brain turns to a…

DirectorRobert Butler
WriterJoseph L. McEveety
ProducerBill Anderson

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Cast · Directed by Robert Butler

KRKurt Russell
Kurt Russell
Dexter Riley
CRCesar Romero
Cesar Romero
A.J. Arno
JFJoe Flynn
Joe Flynn
Dean Higgins
WSWilliam Schallert
William Schallert
Professor Quigley
AHAlan Hewitt
Alan Hewitt
Dean Collingsgood
RBRichard Bakalyan
Richard Bakalyan
Chillie Walsh
DP
Debbie Paine
Annie
FWFrank Welker
Frank Welker
Henry
FW
Frank Webb
Pete
MMMichael McGreevey
Michael McGreevey
Schuyler
JPJon Provost
Jon Provost
Bradley
BRBing Russell
Bing Russell
Angelo

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The Computer Wore Tennis Shoes — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams The Computer Wore Tennis Shoes?

The Computer Wore Tennis Shoes is streaming on Disney Plus in United States, and available to rent or buy on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is The Computer Wore Tennis Shoes on Netflix?

No, The Computer Wore Tennis Shoes is not on Netflix in United States as of September 2026. It's currently on Disney Plus.

Is The Computer Wore Tennis Shoes on Amazon Prime Video?

The Computer Wore Tennis Shoes isn't included with a Prime Video subscription in United States, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video.

Where can I watch The Computer Wore Tennis Shoes for free?

The Computer Wore Tennis Shoes is available on Disney Plus in United States, but you'll need an active subscription — there's no free option right now.

Is there a sequel to The Computer Wore Tennis Shoes?

Yes — The Computer Wore Tennis Shoes is followed by Now You See Him, Now You Don't (1972) in the Dexter Riley Collection.

Is there a prequel to The Computer Wore Tennis Shoes?

The Computer Wore Tennis Shoes is the first film in the Dexter Riley Collection.

Is The Computer Wore Tennis Shoes part of a trilogy?

Yes — The Computer Wore Tennis Shoes is part of a trilogy, alongside Now You See Him, Now You Don't (1972) and The Strongest Man in the World (1975).

How many movies are in the Dexter Riley Collection?

There are 3 films in the Dexter Riley Collection: The Computer Wore Tennis Shoes (1969), Now You See Him, Now You Don't (1972) and The Strongest Man in the World (1975).