What is The Mating Season?
The Mating Season is a film first released in 1951. Catalogued under Comedy, Romance.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 1951
- Release date
- Jan 12, 1951
- Genres
- Comedy, Romance
- Updated
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- Rating
- ★ TMDB users: 6.6/10
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The Mating Season is a film first released in 1951. Catalogued under Comedy, Romance.
Should you watch it?
“A New Jersey mom pretends to be a maid, sparking comic chaos.”
- Humorous mistaken-identity plot
- Period charm of 1950s romance
- Cast includes Gene Tierney and Thelma Ritter
- The story focuses on a single comedic misunderstanding, offering limited narrative depth
Watch it if you enjoy lighthearted 1950s comedies about family mix-ups.
The film offers gentle humor suitable for general audiences.
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What is the basic plot?
Ellen McNulty travels west to surprise her son, is mistaken for a maid, and maintains the ruse, leading to complications.
Who are the lead actors?
The film stars Gene Tierney, John Lund, Miriam Hopkins, Thelma Ritter, and Jan Sterling.
What genre does the film belong to?
It is a comedy and romance film.
When was the film released?
The Mating Season was released in the United States on January 12, 1951.
How long is the movie?
The runtime is 1 hour and 41 minutes.
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