Irma la Douce

Name: Irma la Douce
Genre: Comedy, Romance
Released: 1963
Duration: 147 min

English • 1963 • 2h 27m

This film is not currently available on the Criterion Channel

Director

Billy Wilder

Comedy Romance

Synopsis

When a recently fired policeman falls in love with a French prostitute, he doesn't want her to be with other men, so he creates an alter-ego in order to become her only customer.

Credits

Crew

DirectorBilly Wilder

WriterBilly Wilder, I. A. L. Diamond

CinematographerJoseph LaShelle

ComposerAndré Previn

EditorDaniel Mandell

ProducerI. A. L. Diamond, Billy Wilder, Edward L. Alperson, Doane Harrison, Alexandre Trauner

Cast

Shirley MacLaineas Irma La Douce

Jack Lemmonas Nestor Patou

Lou Jacobias Moustache

Bruce Yarnellas Hippolyte

Herschel Bernardias Inspector Lefevre

Hope Holidayas Lolita

Joan Shawleeas Amazon Annie

Howard McNearas Concierge

Cliff Osmondas Police Sergeant

Herb Jonesas Casablanca Charlie

Ruth Earlas Zebra Twin

Jane Earlas Zebra Twin

Tura Satanaas Suzette Wong

Lou Krugmanas Customer #1

James Brownas Texan Customer

Bill Bixbyas Tattooed Sailor

John Alvinas Customer #2