The Mating Season
"The comedy of the year!!!"
Originally released in 1951. The Mating Season is a comedy/romance film. directed by Mitchell Leisen.
Starring John Lund, Gene Tierney, and Thelma Ritter
Synopsis
Ellen McNulty leaves her New Jersey hamburger stand and heads west to pay a surprise visit to her son and his new bride. When Ellen arrives, her daughter-in-law mistakes her for the maid she has hired for a big party they are throwing. Rather than cause any embarrassment, Ellen goes along with the charade, which leads to many complications.
Quick Facts
Release Date
January 12, 1951
75 years ago
Runtime
1h 41m
101 minutes total
User Rating
6.6/10
Good (27 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top Cast
John Lund
as Val McNulty
Gene Tierney
as Maggie Carleton
Thelma Ritter
as Ellen McNulty
Miriam Hopkins
as Fran Carleton
Jan Sterling
as Betsy
Larry Keating
as George C. Kalinger, Sr.
James Lorimer
as George C. Kalinger, Jr.
Gladys Hurlbut
as Mrs. Conger
Cora Witherspoon
as Mrs. Williamson
Malcolm Keen
as Mr. Williamson
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Paramount Pictures
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Mating Season about?
Ellen McNulty leaves her New Jersey hamburger stand and heads west to pay a surprise visit to her son and his new bride. When Ellen arrives, her daughter-in-law mistakes her for the maid she has hi...
Who directed The Mating Season?
The Mating Season was directed by Mitchell Leisen.
How long is The Mating Season?
The Mating Season has a runtime of 1 hours and 41 minutes (101 minutes total).
When was The Mating Season released?
The Mating Season was released on January 12, 1951 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Mating Season?
The main cast of The Mating Season includes John Lund, Gene Tierney, Thelma Ritter, Miriam Hopkins, Jan Sterling.