Anthony Teague, John Myhers, Maureen Arthur

A hapless window washer becomes head of a corporation in a matter of days through a series of wacky promotions. Then, everbody else tries to plot his downfall.

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Unrated, 2 hrs. 1 min.

Directed by: Anthony Teague, David Swift, John Myhers, Maureen Arthur, Michele Lee, Murray Matheson, Robert Morse, Rudy Vallee

Release Date: January 1, 1967

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DVD Release Date: May 15, 2001

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  • May 31, 2009
    Bright, splashy film musical about an ambitious young window washer who rises through the ranks of a large corporation following the advice of a self-help book. Textbook example of how to do everything right in translating a musical from stage to film. Features a wonderful Fran...( read more)k Loesser score including the songs, "I Believe In You" and "The Brotherhood of Man". Robert Morse and Rudy Vallee reprise their original Broadway roles. Film debut of Michele Lee.
  • April 26, 2009
    Far from my favorite musical, but still fun. The Coen's borrowed from this liberally for The Hudsucker Proxy.
  • May 3, 2008
    I just LOVE this movie...it's so typical of 60's idealism...
  • December 3, 2007
    I liked this musical very much. This despite only one memorable song, " I believe in You", and very little dancing. However it has a pleasant storyline with good actors and no real "down" moments.
  • June 29, 2009
    hilarious musical comedy in all its dated, campy 60s glory. not only is the writing sharp, but the actors' sense of timing and physical comedy enhances the film so much more. the songs aren't THAT outstanding, but the story is fun and the characters are entertaining. along wit...( read more)h Guys and Dolls, a true high point for Frank Loesser.
  • June 26, 2009
    Great musical.
    I'm in love with Kay Reynolds, who plays "Smitty"
  • April 11, 2009
    Alright musical.....disappointed Charles Nelson Reilly wasn't in it...
  • August 25, 2008
    A very funny movie , though the musical numbers were quite long causing the movie to last just over two hours.
  • May 22, 2008
    lol sounds like what id try to do lol
  • April 6, 2008
    I was in this play in High School & then I saw it on stage with Ralph Macchio so maybe that is why I love it so much. Robert Morse plays such an oddball but its a huge turn on to Michele lee who by the way sounds incredible in this film. She has an amazing singing voice that is p...( read more)erfect for this style movie. I find this to be quite fun & anyone who has worked for a big business - you will love the comparisons. QUOTE: "If you have education, intelligence, and ability, so much the better. But, remember that thousands have reached the top without any of these qualities."

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