Bachelor in Paradise
“THE TRUE CONFESSIONS and INTIMATE SECRETS of the world's greatest authority on LOVE”
Synopsis
A bachelor author of sleazy books moves to a family-oriented subdivision where he becomes an unofficial relationship advisor to unhappy local housewives, to the dismay of their respective husbands who suspect him of sexual misconduct.
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Type: Trailer • Published 2021-04-01
Top Cast
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Bob Hope
Adam J. Niles
Lana Turner
Rosemary Howard
Janis Paige
Dolores Jynson
Jim Hutton
Larry Delavane
Paula Prentiss
Linda Delavane
Don Porter
Thomas W. Jynson
Virginia Grey
Camille Quinlaw
Agnes Moorehead
Judge Peterson
Florence Sundstrom
Mrs. Pickering
John McGiver
Austin Palfrey
Clinton Sundberg
Rodney Jones
Alan Hewitt
Attorney Backett
Reta Shaw
Mrs. Brown
Dorothy Abbott
Woman (uncredited)
Rodney Bell
Attorney (uncredited)
Brandy Bryan
Waitress (uncredited)
Robert Carson
Attorney (uncredited)
Dick Cherney
Restaurant Patron (uncredited)
Release History & Theatrical Window
November 1, 1961
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Jack Arnold
- Screenplay & Story
- Valentine Davies, Hal Kanter
- Original Score
- Henry Mancini
- Original Title
- Bachelor in Paradise
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 49m
- Production Studios
- Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Jack Arnold
Valentine Davies, Hal Kanter, Vera Caspary, Jack Arnold
Henry Mancini
Joseph Ruttenberg
Richard W. Farrell
Ted Richmond
Department Leadership Roster
Valentine Davies
Screenplay
Jack Arnold
Director
Hal Kanter
Screenplay
Helen Rose
Costume Design
Richard W. Farrell
Editor
Joseph Ruttenberg
Director of Photography
Henry Mancini
Original Music Composer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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International Certification Matrix
FSK 16 — Restricted to viewers aged 16 and older.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bachelor in Paradise
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Bachelor in Paradise about?
A bachelor author of sleazy books moves to a family-oriented subdivision where he becomes an unofficial relationship advisor to unhappy local housewives, to the dismay of their respective husbands who suspect him of sexual misconduct.
Who directed Bachelor in Paradise?
Bachelor in Paradise was directed by Jack Arnold.
Who stars in Bachelor in Paradise?
The principal cast of Bachelor in Paradise includes Bob Hope, Lana Turner, Janis Paige, Jim Hutton, Paula Prentiss.
When was Bachelor in Paradise released and how long is it?
Bachelor in Paradise was released in 1961 with a total runtime of 1h 49m.
Who composed the musical score for Bachelor in Paradise?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Bachelor in Paradise was composed by Henry Mancini.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Bachelor in Paradise?
Bachelor in Paradise holds official age classifications: DE: 16 (FSK 16 — Restricted to viewers aged 16 and older.).