The Family Jewels
Seen it?1965 | 99 min | Comedy, Crime
Sunday Safe Betearly ratingWhy it’s a Sunday Safe Bet
It earned strong reviews (80% on Rotten Tomatoes), though it had soft box office and little lasting buzz. 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 crime fans and anyone who wants a laugh. If you loved Take the Money and Run, start here.
- The mood
- Provocative satire that goes after everyone.
- The pace
- Breezy, at 1 hr 39 min.
- What might put you off
- Made in 1965: an older pace and style.
A young heiress must choose between six uncles, one of which is up to no good and out to harm the girl's beloved bodyguard who practically raised her.
How it earned its rating
- CriticsStrong
80% on Rotten Tomatoes
- AudiencesNot counted
Not measured yet: not enough ratings
- AwardsNot counted
No major awards or nominations
- Box office & staying powerBelow par
$30 million worldwide; still draws a steady audience long after release
- Buzz & cultural impactBelow par
About 10K people sought it out in the past year
Trailer
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Cast & crew
Directed by Jerry Lewis
- Jerry LewisWillard Woodward / James Peyton / Everett Peyton / Julius Peyton / Eddie Peyton / Skylock Peyton / Bugs Peyton
- Donna ButterworthDonna Peyton
- Sebastian CabotDr. Matson
- Neil HamiltonAttorney
- Jay AdlerAttorney
- Anne BaxterAnne Baxter
- Robert StraussPool Player
- Jesslyn FaxAirline Passenger
- Renie RianoAirline Passenger
- Herbie FayeJoe