A Guide for the Married Man

Name: A Guide for the Married Man
Director: Gene Kelly
Genre: Comedy, Romance
Released: 1967-01-01
Duration: 89 min
Rating: 5.8
Cast: Walter Matthau, Inger Stevens, Sue Ane Langdon, Jackie Russell, Robert Morse

1967Dir. Gene Kelly1h 29m

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Runtime1h 29m

Released1967

Budget$3.3M

Box office$5M

DirectorGene Kelly

About This Movie

A Guide for the Married Man is quite the peculiar blend of comedy and romance, directed by Gene Kelly—yes, that Gene Kelly. The tone is a mix of playful and slightly risqué, as it tackles infidelity with a wink and a nudge rather than outright scandal. The pacing has this light, breezy feel, keeping things moving as our protagonist navigates his dubious lessons in deception. The performances are engaging, with some moments of genuine charm that shine through the comedic pretense. What stands out is the practical effects, especially in the way they visualize the ridiculous scenarios that unfold. It’s one of those films that dances around the moral implications while still delivering laughs, making it a curious watch for genre enthusiasts.

Unique blend of comedy and romanceLight, breezy pacing with engaging performancesInteresting take on infidelity and morality