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Bells Are Ringing

"The screen is singing M.G.M. is bringing Broadway's Bell-Ringer of a Musical to the World!"

June 23, 1960 2h 6m 6.3/10 (48 votes)

Originally released in 1960. Bells Are Ringing is a comedy/romance film. directed by Vincente Minnelli. With a runtime of 2h 6m, it's an epic theatrical experience.

Starring Judy Holliday, Dean Martin, and Fred Clark

Synopsis

Ella Peterson works in the basement office of Susanswerphone, a telephone answering service. She listens in on others' lives and adds some interest to her own humdrum existence by adopting different identities for her clients. They include an out-of-work Method actor, a dentist with musical yearnings, and in particular playwright Jeffrey Moss, who is suffering from writer's block and desperately needs a muse.

Quick Facts

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Release Date June 23, 1960 65 years ago
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Runtime 2h 6m 126 minutes total
User Rating 6.3/10 Good (48 votes)
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Language English Original language
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Country United States of America Production

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
EN

Production Companies

  • Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Bells Are Ringing about?

Ella Peterson works in the basement office of Susanswerphone, a telephone answering service. She listens in on others' lives and adds some interest to her own humdrum existence by adopting differen...

Who directed Bells Are Ringing?

Bells Are Ringing was directed by Vincente Minnelli.

How long is Bells Are Ringing?

Bells Are Ringing has a runtime of 2 hours and 6 minutes (126 minutes total).

When was Bells Are Ringing released?

Bells Are Ringing was released on June 23, 1960 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in Bells Are Ringing?

The main cast of Bells Are Ringing includes Judy Holliday, Dean Martin, Fred Clark, Eddie Foy Jr., Jean Stapleton.