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Some Like It Hot (1959)

"The movie too HOT for words!"

8.119592h 3mEN
ComedyRomanceCrime

Directed by Billy Wilder

Rating

8.1/10

Runtime

2h 3m

Language

EN

Release

March 19, 1959

Director

Billy Wilder

Official Trailer

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Overview

In Prohibition-era Chicago, musicians Joe and Jerry witness a mob hit, and flee the state in an all-female band disguised as Josephine and Daphne, but further complications set in.

Cast

Tony Curtis

Tony Curtis

Joe (Josephine)

Jack Lemmon

Jack Lemmon

Jerry (Daphne)

Marilyn Monroe

Marilyn Monroe

Sugar Kane Kowalczyk

George Raft

George Raft

Spats Colombo

Pat O'Brien

Pat O'Brien

Detective Mulligan

Joe E. Brown

Joe E. Brown

Osgood Fielding III

Nehemiah Persoff

Nehemiah Persoff

Little Bonaparte

Joan Shawlee

Joan Shawlee

Sweet Sue

Billy Gray

Billy Gray

Sig Poliakoff

George E. Stone

George E. Stone

Toothpick Charlie

Dave Barry

Dave Barry

Beinstock

Mike Mazurki

Mike Mazurki

Spats' Henchman

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into Some Like It Hot (1959), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

In Prohibition-era Chicago, musicians Joe and Jerry witness a mob hit, and flee the state in an all-female band disguised as Josephine and Daphne, but further complications set in.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of Some Like It Hot. The full story follows a progression that challenges typical tropes, leading to a climax that requires careful analysis.

🏆 Final Verdict

5 / 5 Stars

A triumphant piece of cinema that blends gripping narrative with breathtaking visuals.

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