The Grass Is Greener
Seen it?1960 | 104 min | Comedy, Romance
Sunday Safe Betearly ratingWhy it’s a Sunday Safe Bet
It earned strong reviews (89% on Rotten Tomatoes), though it had a lukewarm 6.4 out of 10 from audiences and soft box office. A safe bet when you want something reliable.
Based on critics, audiences, awards, box office and buzz. Details below.Is it for you?
- Who'll love it
- Made for romantics and anyone who wants a laugh. If you loved How to Marry a Millionaire or High Society, start here. Critics rate it higher than audiences do, so it rewards patience more than it chases thrills.
- The mood
- Light and funny, romantic.
- The pace
- Breezy, at 1 hr 44 min.
- What might put you off
- Made in 1960: an older pace and style.
- Audiences were cooler on it than critics.
Victor and Hillary are down on their luck to the point that they allow tourists to take guided tours of their castle. But Charles Delacro, a millionaire oil tycoon, visits, and takes a liking to more than the house. Soon, Hattie Durant gets involved and they have a good old fashioned love triangle.
How it earned its rating
- CriticsStrong
89% on Rotten Tomatoes
- AudiencesBelow par
6.4 out of 10
- AwardsNot counted
No major awards or nominations
- Box office & staying powerBelow par
$6 million worldwide; still draws a steady audience long after release
- Buzz & cultural impactBelow par
About 31K people sought it out in the past year
Trailer
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Cast & crew
Directed by Stanley Donen
- Cary GrantVictor Rhyall
- Deborah KerrHilary Rhyall
- Robert MitchumCharles Delacro
- Jean SimmonsHattie Durant
- Moray WatsonTrevor Sellers
- Joan BenhamHairdresser's Receptionist (uncredited)
- Gwen WatfordHairdresser's Receptionist (uncredited)
- Elisabeth OrionFair-Haired Woman (uncredited)