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The Loved One
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The Loved One

1965-10-11 · 122 min · ★ 6.2

Comedy

The suicide of his expatriate uncle draws Englishman and poet Dennis Barlow into California's booming funeral industry.

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Directors
Tony Richardson
Production companies
Filmways Pictures
Countries
United States of America
Status
Released

Top Cast

Robert MorseRobert MorseDennis Barlow
Jonathan WintersJonathan WintersWilbur Glenworthy / Harry Glenworthy
Anjanette ComerAnjanette ComerAimee Thanatogenos
Rod SteigerRod SteigerMr. Joyboy
Dana AndrewsDana AndrewsGen. Buck Brinkman
Milton BerleMilton BerleMr. Kenton
James CoburnJames CoburnImmigration Officer
John GielgudJohn GielgudSir Francis Hinsley
Tab HunterTab HunterWhispering Glades Tour Guide
Margaret LeightonMargaret LeightonMrs. Helen Kenton
LiberaceLiberaceM. Starker, Whispering Glades Funeral Salesman
Roddy McDowallRoddy McDowallD.J. Jr.
Robert MorleyRobert MorleySir Ambrose Abercombie
Barbara NicholsBarbara NicholsSadie Blodgett
Lionel StanderLionel StanderThe Guru Brahmin ("Hump")
Roxanne ArlenRoxanne ArlenWhispering Glades Hostess
Dort ClarkDort ClarkCol. Burt
Pamela CurranPamela CurranWhispering Glades Hostess
Robert EastonRobert EastonDusty Acres
Ayllene GibbonsAyllene GibbonsJoyboy's Mother

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