Two Weeks in Another Town
Seen it?1962 | 107 min | Drama
Sunday Safe Betearly ratingWhy it’s a Sunday Safe Bet
It earned strong reviews (89% on Rotten Tomatoes), though it had a box office loss 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 anyone who loves a strong drama.
- The mood
- Thoughtful and character-driven.
- The pace
- Takes its time with its characters, at 1 hr 47 min.
- What might put you off
- Made in 1962: an older pace and style.
After spending three years in an asylum, a washed-up actor views a minor assignment from his old director in Rome as a chance for personal and professional redemption.
How it earned its rating
- CriticsStrong
89% on Rotten Tomatoes
- AudiencesNot counted
Not measured yet: not enough ratings
- AwardsNot counted
No major awards or nominations
- Box office & staying powerBelow par
$3 million worldwide on a $4 million budget; still draws a steady audience long after release
- Buzz & cultural impactBelow par
About 20K people sought it out in the past year
Trailer
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Cast & crew
Directed by Vincente Minnelli
- Kirk DouglasJack Andrus
- Edward G. RobinsonMaurice Kruger
- Cyd CharisseCarlotta
- George HamiltonDavie Drew
- Claire TrevorClara Kruger
- Daliah LaviVeronica
- James GregoryBrad Byrd
- Rosanna SchiaffinoBarzelli
- Joanna RoosJanet Bark
- George MacreadyLew Jordan