Gentlemen Prefer Blondes (1953)
Gentlemen Prefer Blondes is a 1953 comedy movie directed by Howard Hawks, with a running time of 1h 31m. It stars Jane Russell, Marilyn Monroe and Charles Coburn.
Lorelei Lee is a beautiful showgirl engaged to be married to the wealthy Gus Esmond, much to the disapproval of Gus' rich father, Esmond Sr., who thinks that Lorelei is just after his money. When Lorelei goes on a cruise accompanied only by her best friend, Dorothy Shaw, Esmond Sr. hires Ernie Malone, a private detective, to follow her and report any questionable behavior that would disqualify her from the marriage.
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What is Gentlemen Prefer Blondes about?
Lorelei Lee is a beautiful showgirl engaged to be married to the wealthy Gus Esmond, much to the disapproval of Gus' rich father, Esmond Sr., who thinks that Lorelei is just after his money. When Lorelei goes on a cruise accompanied only by her best friend, Dorothy Shaw, Esmond Sr. hires Ernie Malone, a private detective, to follow her and report any questionable behavior that would disqualify her from the marriage.
When was Gentlemen Prefer Blondes released?
Gentlemen Prefer Blondes was released on 15 July 1953.
How long is Gentlemen Prefer Blondes?
Gentlemen Prefer Blondes runs 1h 31m.
Who made Gentlemen Prefer Blondes?
Gentlemen Prefer Blondes was directed by Howard Hawks.
Where can I watch Gentlemen Prefer Blondes?
Gentlemen Prefer Blondes is available on YouTube TV, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Fandango At Home, Google Play Movies and YouTube.
Where to watch Gentlemen Prefer Blondes
Stream: YouTube TV
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Cast
- Jane Russell as Dorothy Shaw
- Marilyn Monroe as Lorelei Lee
- Charles Coburn as Sir Francis 'Piggy' Beekman
- Elliott Reid as Ernie Malone
- Tommy Noonan as Gus Esmond Jr.
- George Winslow as Henry Spofford III
- Marcel Dalio as Magistrate
- Taylor Holmes as Mr. Esmond Sr.
- Norma Varden as Lady Beekman
- Howard Wendell as Watson
- Steven Geray as Hotel Manager
- David Ahdar as Wedding Guest (uncredited)