Susan Slept Here
“She slept in his bed...wore his pajamas - THEN SHE REALLY TOOK OVER!”
Synopsis
On Christmas Eve, suffering from a case of writer's block, screenwriter Mark Christopher and his gofer Virgil get an unexpected visit from Sergeant Maizel. Knowing Christopher is working on a juvenile delinquent script, the sergeant brings by delinquent Susan thinking she will inspire Christopher while providing a place for her to spend the holidays outside of juvenile hall.
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A Christmas SurpriseOfficial
Type: Clip • Published 2025-12-18
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Dick Powell
Mark Christopher
Debbie Reynolds
Susan Beaurgard Landis
Anne Francis
Isabella Alexander
Glenda Farrell
Maude Snodgrass
Alvy Moore
Virgil
Horace McMahon
Sergeant Monty Maizel
Herb Vigran
Sergeant Sam Hanlon
Les Tremayne
Harvey Butterworth
Mara Lane
Marilyn
Rita Johnson
Dr. Rawley
Maidie Norman
Georgette
Ellen Corby
Coffee Shop Waitress (uncredited)
Louella Parsons
Telephone Interviewer (voice) (uncredited)
Red Skelton
Oswald from North Dakota (uncredited)
Lela Bliss
Intoxicated Woman in Elevator (uncredited)
Oliver Blake
Motel Manager (uncredited)
Benny Rubin
Sylvester (uncredited)
June Foray
Actress on TV (voice) (uncredited)
Release History & Theatrical Window
San Francisco, California
Festival / Special Debut
July 28, 1954
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Frank Tashlin
- Screenplay & Story
- Alex Gottlieb, Steve Fisher
- Original Score
- Leigh Harline
- Original Title
- Susan Slept Here
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 38m
- Production Studios
- RKO Radio Pictures, Harriet Parsons Productions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Frank Tashlin
Alex Gottlieb, Steve Fisher
Leigh Harline
Nicholas Musuraca
Harry Marker
Harriet Parsons
Department Leadership Roster
Nicholas Musuraca
Director of Photography
Harriet Parsons
Producer
Frank Tashlin
Director
Harry Marker
Editor
Alex Gottlieb
Writer
Leigh Harline
Original Music Composer
Michael Woulfe
Costume Design
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NR: Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
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Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Susan Slept Here
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What is Susan Slept Here about?
On Christmas Eve, suffering from a case of writer's block, screenwriter Mark Christopher and his gofer Virgil get an unexpected visit from Sergeant Maizel. Knowing Christopher is working on a juvenile delinquent script, the sergeant brings by delinquent Susan thinking she will inspire Christopher while providing a place for her to spend the holidays outside of juvenile hall.
Who directed Susan Slept Here?
Susan Slept Here was directed by Frank Tashlin.
Who stars in Susan Slept Here?
The principal cast of Susan Slept Here includes Dick Powell, Debbie Reynolds, Anne Francis, Glenda Farrell, Alvy Moore.
When was Susan Slept Here released and how long is it?
Susan Slept Here was released in 1954 with a total runtime of 1h 38m.
Who composed the musical score for Susan Slept Here?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Susan Slept Here was composed by Leigh Harline.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Susan Slept Here?
Susan Slept Here holds official age classifications: US: NR (Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.).