The Man Who Came to Dinner (1942)
For many reasons, The Man Who Came to Dinner is one of Bette Davis' greatest films. For one thing, it's a comedy in which she really shines. Davis is arguably most known for her dramatic appearances in both tearjerkers and horror films. A refreshing change of pace is The Man Who Came to Dinner. The Man Who Came to Dinner is a screwball comedy film directed by William Keighley and released in 1942. The screenplay by Julius and Philip G. Epstein is based on Moss Hart and George S. Kaufman's 1939 play The Man Who Came to Dinner.
The film follows a critic who is forced to live with a midwestern family after suffering a hip injury. When the film was released, Davis, the whole cast, and the film as a whole got positive reviews. The comedy was also well received by audiences, with the film grossing $2.6 million worldwide.
Detailed Information:
Directed by: William KeighleyStarring: Bette Davis, Ann Sheridan, Monty Woolley
Release date: January 1, 1942 (U.S.)
Running time: 112 minutes
