Laughter in Paradise
“He sets the whole world laughing ... there's even Laughter in Paradise!”
Synopsis
When an eccentric practical joker dies, he divides his fortune among four heirs. But before they can collect the cash they must each do something which goes completely against their nature. NB: This is the film which introduced Audrey Hepburn.
Top Cast
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Alastair Sim
Deniston Russell
Fay Compton
Agnes Russell
Beatrice Campbell
Lucille Grayson
Guy Middleton
Simon Russell
George Cole
Herbert Russell
A.E. Matthews
Sir Charles Robson
Joyce Grenfell
Elizabeth Robson
Anthony Steel
Roger Godfrey
John Laurie
Gordon Webb
Eleanor Summerfield
Sheila Wilcott
Ronald Adam
Bank Manager
Leslie Dwyer
Police Sergeant
Ernest Thesiger
Endicott
Charlotte Mitchell
Ethel
Mackenzie Ward
Benson
Veronica Hurst
Joan Webb
Audrey Hepburn
Cigarette Girl
Hugh Griffith
Henry Russell
Release History & Theatrical Window
November 11, 1951
Wide Cinema Exhibition
April 21, 2020
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Mario Zampi
- Screenplay & Story
- Michael Pertwee, Jack Davies
- Original Score
- Stanley Black
- Original Title
- Laughter in Paradise
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 37m
- Production Studios
- Mario Zampi Productions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Mario Zampi
Michael Pertwee, Jack Davies
Stanley Black
William McLeod
Giulio Zampi
Mario Zampi
Department Leadership Roster
Mario Zampi
Director
Mario Zampi
Producer
Giulio Zampi
Editor
William McLeod
Director of Photography
Michael Pertwee
Screenplay
Jack Davies
Screenplay
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
NR: Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
International Certification Matrix
Parental Guidance — Unlikely to upset children 8 and older.
Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About Laughter in Paradise
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Laughter in Paradise about?
When an eccentric practical joker dies, he divides his fortune among four heirs. But before they can collect the cash they must each do something which goes completely against their nature. NB: This is the film which introduced Audrey Hepburn.
Who directed Laughter in Paradise?
Laughter in Paradise was directed by Mario Zampi.
Who stars in Laughter in Paradise?
The principal cast of Laughter in Paradise includes Alastair Sim, Fay Compton, Beatrice Campbell, Guy Middleton, George Cole.
When was Laughter in Paradise released and how long is it?
Laughter in Paradise was released in 1951 with a total runtime of 1h 37m.
Who composed the musical score for Laughter in Paradise?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Laughter in Paradise was composed by Stanley Black.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Laughter in Paradise?
Laughter in Paradise holds official age classifications: GB: PG (Parental Guidance — Unlikely to upset children 8 and older.); US: NR (Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.).