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The Mating Game (1959)

"Filmed on location in the haystack!"

6.219591h 36mEN
ComedyRomance

Directed by George Marshall

Rating

6.2/10

Runtime

1h 36m

Language

EN

Release

April 29, 1959

Director

George Marshall

Official Trailer

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Overview

Tax collector Lorenzo Charlton comes to the Larkins' farm to ask why Pop Larkins hasn't paid his back taxes. Charlton has to stay for a day to try to estimate the income from the farm, but it isn't easy to calculate when the farmer has such a lovely daughter.

Cast

Debbie Reynolds

Debbie Reynolds

Mariette Larkin

Tony Randall

Tony Randall

Lorenzo Charlton

Paul Douglas

Paul Douglas

Pop Larkin

Fred Clark

Fred Clark

Oliver Kelsey

Una Merkel

Una Merkel

Ma Larkin

Philip Ober

Philip Ober

Wendell Burnshaw

Philip Coolidge

Philip Coolidge

Reverend Osgood

Charles Lane

Charles Lane

Inspector General Bigelow

Trevor Bardette

Trevor Bardette

Chief Guthrie

William Smith

William Smith

Barney

Addison Powell

Addison Powell

David DeGroot

Rickey Murray

Rickey Murray

Lee Larkin

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into The Mating Game (1959), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

Tax collector Lorenzo Charlton comes to the Larkins' farm to ask why Pop Larkins hasn't paid his back taxes. Charlton has to stay for a day to try to estimate the income from the farm, but it isn't easy to calculate when the farmer has such a lovely daughter.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of The Mating Game. 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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