The Second Greatest Sex
“THE SINGIN' DANCIN' SAGA OF THOSE KANSAS CALICO DAYS!”
Synopsis
In 1880, Osawkie, Kansas is feuding with rival town Mandaroon over which will be county seat, keeping the town's men away from home most of the time. The last straw is when Matt Davis feels compelled to go on a new foray on his wedding night; his bride Liza (just call her Lysistrata) takes teacher Cassie's advice and organizes a marital strike to make the men-folk stop their nonsense.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
September 30, 1955
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- George Marshall
- Screenplay & Story
- Charles Hoffman
- Original Title
- The Second Greatest Sex
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 27m
- Production Studios
- Universal International Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
George Marshall
Charles Hoffman, Aristophanes
Wilfrid M. Cline
Frank Gross
Albert J. Cohen
Department Leadership Roster
Charles Hoffman
Screenplay
Frank Gross
Editor
Albert J. Cohen
Producer
Wilfrid M. Cline
Director of Photography
George Marshall
Director
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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NR: Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
International Certification Matrix
Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
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What is The Second Greatest Sex about?
In 1880, Osawkie, Kansas is feuding with rival town Mandaroon over which will be county seat, keeping the town's men away from home most of the time. The last straw is when Matt Davis feels compelled to go on a new foray on his wedding night; his bride Liza (just call her Lysistrata) takes teacher Cassie's advice and organizes a marital strike to make the men-folk stop their nonsense.
Who directed The Second Greatest Sex?
The Second Greatest Sex was directed by George Marshall.
Who stars in The Second Greatest Sex?
The principal cast of The Second Greatest Sex includes Jeanne Crain, George Nader, Kitty Kallen, Bert Lahr, Mamie Van Doren.
When was The Second Greatest Sex released and how long is it?
The Second Greatest Sex was released in 1955 with a total runtime of 1h 27m.
What is the age rating and content advisory for The Second Greatest Sex?
The Second Greatest Sex holds official age classifications: US: NR (Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.).