The Opposite Sex
“There's one thing on their minds- MEN!”
Synopsis
Former radio singer Kay learns from her gossipy friends that her husband, Steve, has had an affair with chorus girl Crystal. Devastated, Kay tries to ignore the information, but when Crystal performs one of her musical numbers at a charity benefit, she breaks down and goes to Reno to file for divorce. However, when she hears that gold-digging Crystal is making Steve unhappy, Kay resolves to get her husband back. The Opposite Sex is a remake of the 1939 comedy The Women.
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The Opposite Sex (1956) Original Trailer [FHD]
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Top Cast
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June Allyson
Kay Ashley Hilliard
Joan Collins
Crystal Allen
Dolores Gray
Sylvia Fowler
Ann Sheridan
Amanda Penrose
Ann Miller
Gloria Dahl
Leslie Nielsen
Steve Hilliard
Jeff Richards
Buck Winston
Agnes Moorehead
Countess Lavaliere
Charlotte Greenwood
Lucy
Joan Blondell
Edith Potter
Sam Levene
Mike Pearl
Bill Goodwin
Howard Fowler
Alice Pearce
Olga
Barbara Jo Allen
Dolly DeHaven
Sandy Descher
Debbie Hilliard
Carolyn Jones
Pat
Jerry Antes
Leading Man Dancer
Alan Marshal
Ted
Release History & Theatrical Window
November 15, 1956
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Financials & Box Office Performance
Production Budget
Undisclosed
Filming & production cost
Worldwide Gross
$2.8M
Total global ticket sales
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- David Miller
- Screenplay & Story
- Fay Kanin, Michael Kanin
- Original Score
- George Stoll, Robert Van Eps
- Original Title
- The Opposite Sex
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 56m
- Worldwide Gross
- $2.8M
- Production Studios
- Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
David Miller
Fay Kanin, Michael Kanin, Ralph Freed, Clare Boothe Luce, Sammy Cahn
George Stoll, Robert Van Eps
Robert J. Bronner
John McSweeney Jr.
Joe Pasternak
Department Leadership Roster
David Miller
Director
Joe Pasternak
Producer
Helen Rose
Costume Design
Fay Kanin
Screenplay
Michael Kanin
Screenplay
George Stoll
Original Music Composer
Robert Van Eps
Original Music Composer
Robert J. Bronner
Director of Photography
John McSweeney Jr.
Editor
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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Frequently Asked Questions About The Opposite Sex
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What is The Opposite Sex about?
Former radio singer Kay learns from her gossipy friends that her husband, Steve, has had an affair with chorus girl Crystal. Devastated, Kay tries to ignore the information, but when Crystal performs one of her musical numbers at a charity benefit, she breaks down and goes to Reno to file for divorce. However, when she hears that gold-digging Crystal is making Steve unhappy, Kay resolves to get her husband back. The Opposite Sex is a remake of the 1939 comedy The Women.
Who directed The Opposite Sex?
The Opposite Sex was directed by David Miller.
Who stars in The Opposite Sex?
The principal cast of The Opposite Sex includes June Allyson, Joan Collins, Dolores Gray, Ann Sheridan, Ann Miller.
When was The Opposite Sex released and how long is it?
The Opposite Sex was released in 1956 with a total runtime of 1h 56m.
How much did The Opposite Sex make at the box office?
The Opposite Sex grossed $2.8M in worldwide ticket sales.
Who composed the musical score for The Opposite Sex?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Opposite Sex was composed by George Stoll, Robert Van Eps.
What is the age rating and content advisory for The Opposite Sex?
The Opposite Sex holds official age classifications: US: NR (Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.).