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Still from Darling, How Could You! — Darling, How Could You! (1951) — Mitchell LeisenPhotographed by Daniel L. Fapp

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Mitchell Leisen

Darling, How Could You!

English / 1951 / 1h 36m

Not streamingNot currently on the Criterion Channel.

Letterboxd: 3.32/5·364 ratings·84 reviewson Letterboxd
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Synopsis

Two absentee American parents get to know their three children again after spending five years in Panama.

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May 2021
Position 13
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Directed by Mitchell Leisen
Position 10

Credits

Crew

DirectorMitchell Leisen

WriterLesser Samuels, Dodie Smith

CinematographerDaniel L. Fapp

Composer

Friedrich Hollaender

EditorEda Warren, Alma Macrorie

ProducerHarry Tugend

Cast

Joan Fontaineas Alice Grey

John Lundas Dr. Robert Grey

Mona Freemanas Amy

Peter Hansenas Dr. Steve Clark

David Stolleryas Cosmo

Virginia Farmeras Fanny

Angela Clarkeas Nurse

Lowell Gilmoreas Aubrey Quayne

Robert Barratas Mr. Rossiter

Gertrude Michaelas Mrs. Rossiter

Mary Murphyas Sylvia

Billie Birdas Rosie

Frank Elliottas Simms

Robin Hughesas George Neville (Uncredited)

Patsy O'Byrneas Mrs. Jones (Uncredited)

Maureen Lynn Reimeras Molly (Uncredited)

Maria J. Tavaresas Nurse (Uncredited)

Willard Watermanas Theatre Manager

Dave Willockas Usher (Uncredited)

Jimmie Dundeeas Father (Uncredited)

Darling, How Could You! (1951) | Criteria