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Daddy Long Legs (1955)

6.419552h 6mEN
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Directed by Jean Negulesco

Rating

6.4/10

Runtime

2h 6m

Language

EN

Release

May 5, 1955

Director

Jean Negulesco

Official Trailer

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Overview

Wealthy American, Jervis Pendleton has a chance encounter at a French orphanage with a cheerful 18-year-old resident, and anonymously pays for her education at a New England college. She writes letters to her mysterious benefactor regularly, but he never writes back. Several years later, he visits h...

Cast

Fred Astaire

Fred Astaire

Jervis Pendleton III

Leslie Caron

Leslie Caron

Julie Andre

Terry Moore

Terry Moore

Linda Pendleton

Thelma Ritter

Thelma Ritter

Alicia Pritchard

Fred Clark

Fred Clark

Griggs

Charlotte Austin

Charlotte Austin

Sally McBride

Larry Keating

Larry Keating

Ambassador Alexander Williamson

Kathryn Givney

Kathryn Givney

Gertrude Pendleton

Kelly Brown

Kelly Brown

Jimmy McBride

Ray Anthony

Ray Anthony

Himself

Gertrude Astor

Gertrude Astor

Art Gallery Patron (uncredited)

Barrie Chase

Barrie Chase

Blonde dancer (in "International Playboy") (uncredited)

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into Daddy Long Legs (1955), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

Wealthy American, Jervis Pendleton has a chance encounter at a French orphanage with a cheerful 18-year-old resident, and anonymously pays for her education at a New England college. She writes letters to her mysterious benefactor regularly, but he never writes back. Several years later, he visits her at school, while still concealing his identity, and—despite their large age difference—they soon fall in love.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of Daddy Long Legs. 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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