MTDb โบ Best of โบ 1953 โบ Gentlemen Prefer Blondes
Gentlemen Prefer Blondes (1953)
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Lorelei Lee is a beautiful showgirl engaged to be married to the wealthy Gus Esmond, much to the disapproval of Gus' rich father, Esmond Sr., who thinks that Lorelei is just after his money. When Lorelei goes on a cruise accompanied only by her best friend, Dorothy Shaw, Esmond Sr. hires Ernie Malone, a private detective, to follow her and report any questionable behavior that would disqualify her from the marriage.
Cast
Jane Russellas Dorothy Shaw
Marilyn Monroeas Lorelei Lee
Charles Coburnas Sir Francis 'Piggy' Beekman
Elliott Reidas Ernie Malone
Tommy Noonanas Gus Esmond Jr.
George Winslowas Henry Spofford III
Marcel Dalioas Magistrate
Taylor Holmesas Mr. Esmond Sr.
Norma Vardenas Lady Beekman
Howard Wendellas Watson
Steven Gerayas Hotel Manager
Arthur Toveyas Stagehand (uncredited)
David Ahdaras Wedding Guest (uncredited)
Alex Akimoffas Captain of Waiters (uncredited)
Facts
| Release date | July 15, 1953 |
| Runtime | 91 min (1h 31m) โ shorter as the 1953 average of 103 min |
| Genres | Comedy, Romance |
| Language | EN |
| Budget | $2,300,000 |
| Box office | $5,300,000 (2.3ร budget) |
| IMDb | tt0045810 |
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Questions
How long is Gentlemen Prefer Blondes?
Gentlemen Prefer Blondes runs 91 minutes (1h 31m).
Is Gentlemen Prefer Blondes worth watching?
TMDB users give it 7.3/10 across 1,107 votes, which places it #9 of 16 films released in 1953 in this index (top 50%) and #467 among 2885 comedy titles.
Who directed Gentlemen Prefer Blondes?
Gentlemen Prefer Blondes was directed by Howard Hawks. Other well-rated titles by the same director: Rio Bravo (1959), The Big Sleep (1946), Bringing Up Baby (1938).
Who stars in Gentlemen Prefer Blondes?
Jane Russell as Dorothy Shaw; Marilyn Monroe as Lorelei Lee; Charles Coburn as Sir Francis 'Piggy' Beekman; Elliott Reid as Ernie Malone; Tommy Noonan as Gus Esmond Jr.; George Winslow as Henry Spofford III.
What is Gentlemen Prefer Blondes rated?
It carries a nr certification in its home market. Ratings differ by country.
Where can I watch the trailer for Gentlemen Prefer Blondes?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/24020.