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An American junior diplomat in London rents a house from, and falls in love with, a woman suspected of murder.An American junior diplomat in London rents a house from, and falls in love with, a woman suspected of murder.An American junior diplomat in London rents a house from, and falls in love with, a woman suspected of murder.
- Awards
- 1 nomination
Leon Alton
- Courtroom Spectator
- (uncredited)
Al Bain
- Courtroom Spectator
- (uncredited)
Frank Baker
- Bar Patron
- (uncredited)
Brandon Beach
- Juror
- (uncredited)
Marjorie Bennett
- Autograph Seeker
- (uncredited)
Barry Bernard
- Attendant
- (uncredited)
Paul Bradley
- Lamplighter Patron
- (uncredited)
- Director
- Writers
- All cast & crew
- Production, box office & more at IMDbPro
Storyline
Did you know
- TriviaThough frequently shown on television throughout the 1970s, the film disappeared from circulation for nearly thirty years, one of very few Columbia star vehicles the studio neglected to release on beta, VHS or laserdisc. There was no legal wrangle at the core of this; the film simply fell out of favor and was largely forgotten. In recent years, The Notorious Landlady (1962) has returned to circulation, enjoying multiple releases on DVD and Blu-ray.
- GoofsWhen Jake Lemmon's character runs up the stairs to confront Kim Novak's character after the trial (at app. 1 hr. 20 min), he brushes his left hand across the square column on the landing and the obviously wet stain or paint smears.
- Quotes
William 'Bill' Gridley: Sir, if I may, I don't think you're taking the proper share of the blame...
Franklyn Ambruster: Gridley, you will learn that the higher your position, the more mistakes you're allowed. In fact, if you make enough of them, it's considered your style. Now you happen to be in what I would call a one-mistake position, and you've made it.
- Crazy creditsMiss Novak's gowns designed by... Herself
- ConnectionsReferenced in I've Got a Secret: Kim Novak (1962)
- SoundtracksA Foggy Day (in London Town)
(uncredited)
Music by George Gershwin and lyrics by Ira Gershwin
instrumental theme of the score
Jack Lemmon half sings/half intones a line from that song : "And suddenly I saw you there..." and then hums the melody.
Featured review
This is a movie well worth the viewing.
This has got to be one of the funnest movies every produced. Jack Lemmon and Kim Novack are truly outstanding. Easy to follow with twist that keeps you guessing. Kim Novack is the attractive American landlady. Jack Lemmon is the Amertican diplomat. Together they make magic as the plot's twist and turns develop. This is a must see for Novack fans. If you like a good old fashion mystery that keeps you on the edge of your seat. and laughing, this is the film to see. Fred Astarie also gives a very good performance. As Jack Lemmon's boss, he to is taken with the charm and beauty of Novack. The laughs keep coming as the the two of them, Lemmon and Astaire, do everything in there power to help Novack in her time of need. If you love Kim Novack, Jack Lemmon, and Fred Astaire than this movie is for you.
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- bobschwarz27
- Jul 16, 2005
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- Release date
- Country of origin
- Language
- Also known as
- Tajanstvena susetka
- Filming locations
- Trafalgar Square, Westminster, Greater London, England, UK(Nelson's column shown during newspaper headline montage)
- Production company
- See more company credits at IMDbPro
Box office
- Gross worldwide
- $11,040
- Runtime2 hours 3 minutes
- Color
- Aspect ratio
- 1.85 : 1
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By what name was The Notorious Landlady (1962) officially released in India in English?
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