The Bliss of Mrs. Blossom
“The Years Big Put-On...And Take-Off Too!”
Synopsis
Harriet Blossom is married to Robert Blossom, a businessman who'd rather spend the night at his bra factory than at home with her. One day, Harriet's sewing machine breaks, so Robert sends a repairman, Ambrose, to fix it. It's lust at first sight for Harriet, who convinces Ambrose to hide out in the attic for a tryst. When her new beau shows no desire to leave, the pair begin a years-long love affair right under Robert's nose.
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Shirley MacLaine
Harriet Blossom
Richard Attenborough
Robert Blossom
James Booth
Ambrose Tuttle
Freddie Jones
Det. Sergeant Dylan
William Rushton
Dylan's Assistant
Bob Monkhouse
Dr. Taylor
Patricia Routledge
Miss Reece
John Bluthal
Judge
Harry Towb
Doctor
Sandra Caron
Pet Shop Assistant
Sheila Steafel
Pet Shop Saleslady
Frank Thornton
Factory Manager
Barry Humphries
Mr. Wainwright
John Cleese
Post Office Clerk
Bruce Lacey
Musketeer
Tony Gray
Musketeer
Douglas Grey
Musketeer
Leslie Dwyer
Bookshop Assistant
Release History & Theatrical Window
September 11, 1968
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Joseph McGrath
- Screenplay & Story
- Denis Norden, Alec Coppel
- Original Score
- Riz Ortolani
- Original Title
- The Bliss of Mrs. Blossom
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 33m
- Production Studios
- Paramount Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Joseph McGrath
Denis Norden, Alec Coppel, Norman Newell, Joseph McGrath
Riz Ortolani
Geoffrey Unsworth
Ralph Sheldon
Josef Shaftel
Department Leadership Roster
Assheton Gorton
Production Design
Riz Ortolani
Original Music Composer
Denis Norden
Screenplay
Alec Coppel
Screenplay
Jocelyn Rickards
Costume Design
Ralph Sheldon
Editor
Joseph McGrath
Director
Josef Shaftel
Producer
Geoffrey Unsworth
Director of Photography
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What is The Bliss of Mrs. Blossom about?
Harriet Blossom is married to Robert Blossom, a businessman who'd rather spend the night at his bra factory than at home with her. One day, Harriet's sewing machine breaks, so Robert sends a repairman, Ambrose, to fix it. It's lust at first sight for Harriet, who convinces Ambrose to hide out in the attic for a tryst. When her new beau shows no desire to leave, the pair begin a years-long love affair right under Robert's nose.
Who directed The Bliss of Mrs. Blossom?
The Bliss of Mrs. Blossom was directed by Joseph McGrath.
Who stars in The Bliss of Mrs. Blossom?
The principal cast of The Bliss of Mrs. Blossom includes Shirley MacLaine, Richard Attenborough, James Booth, Freddie Jones, William Rushton.
When was The Bliss of Mrs. Blossom released and how long is it?
The Bliss of Mrs. Blossom was released in 1968 with a total runtime of 1h 33m.
Who composed the musical score for The Bliss of Mrs. Blossom?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Bliss of Mrs. Blossom was composed by Riz Ortolani.