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It's Always Fair Weather (1955) | Criteria

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It's Always Fair Weather

English • 1955 • 1h 42m

This film is not currently available on the Criterion Channel

Directors

Stanley Donen, Gene Kelly

Comedy Romance Music

Synopsis

Three World War II buddies promise to meet at a specified place and time 10 years after the war. They keep their word only to discover how far apart they've grown. But the reunion sparks memories of youthful dreams that haven't been fulfilled -- and slowly, the three men reevaluate their lives and try to find a way to renew their friendship.

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December 2023
Position 39
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MGM Musicals
Position 9
Included in
Two Starring Cyd Charisse
Position 2
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March 2022
Position 46
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MGM Musicals from the Golden Age
Position 19

Credits

Crew

DirectorStanley Donen, Gene Kelly

WriterAdolph Green, Betty Comden

CinematographerRobert J. Bronner

ComposerAndré Previn

EditorAdrienne Fazan

ProducerArthur Freed

Cast

Gene Kellyas Ted Riley

Dan Daileyas Doug Hallerton

as Angie Valentine

Cyd Charisseas Jackie Leighton

Dolores Grayas Madeline Bradville

David Burnsas Tim

Jay C. Flippenas Charles Z. Culloran

Paul Maxeyas Mr. Fielding (uncredited)

Almira Sessionsas Longwood House Manager (uncredited)

Madge Blakeas Mrs. Stamper (uncredited)

Hal Marchas Rocky Heldon (uncredited)

Herb Vigranas Nashby (uncredited)

Lou Lubinas Lefty Louie - Gym Trainer (uncredited)

Leoda Richardsas Nightclub Patron (uncredited)

Frank Nelsonas Midnight with Madeleine Announcer (uncredited)

June Forayas Little Miss Mop-Up (voice) (uncredited)

Colin Kennyas Father in Montage/Nightclub Extra (uncredited)

Forbes Murrayas Street Passerby in Roller Skating Number (uncredited)

William H. O'Brienas Waiter (uncredited)

Cosmo Sardoas Nightclub Patron (uncredited)