Kiss Me, Kate
Seen it?1958 | 90 min | Comedy, Music, Romance, TV Movie
Sunday Safe Betearly ratingWhy it’s a Sunday Safe Bet
It drew serious awards attention and it's still drawing plenty of interest, though it had 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
- A natural pick for music lovers and anyone interested in what war does to people. The music is woven into the story, not just laid on top. A good follow-up to Victor/Victoria or How to Marry a Millionaire. It puts you in the middle of the fighting, and doesn't let you forget the cost.
- The mood
- Light and funny, romantic.
- The pace
- Quick and easy-going, at 1 hr 30 min. An easy one to fit in on a school night.
- What might put you off
- Made in 1958: an older pace and style.
- Not the pick if you want something heavy or meaningful.
Broadcast live on the Hallmark Hall of Fame series on NBC, a pair of divorced actors are brought together to participate in a musical version of The Taming of the Shrew. Of course, the couple seem to act a great deal like the characters they play, and they must work together when mistaken identities get them mixed up with the mafia.
How it earned its rating
- CriticsNot counted
Not enough reviews on record yet
- AudiencesNot counted
Not measured yet: not enough ratings
- AwardsStrong
19 wins and 23 nominations from smaller awards and festivals
- Reach & staying powerBelow par
Streaming release that reached a small audience so far; still draws a steady audience long after release
- Buzz & cultural impactStrong
About 131K people sought it out in the past year
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Cast & crew
Directed by George Schaefer
- Alfred DrakeFrederick Graham / Petruchio
- Patricia MorisonLilli Vanessi / Kate
- Julie WilsonLois Lane / Bianca
- Bill HayesBill Calhoun / Lucentio
- Harvey LembeckGunman
- Jack KlugmanGunman
- Paul McGrathHarrison Howell
- Robinson StoneHarry Trevor / Baptista
- Lee CassGremio
- Jerry DuaneHortensio