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Gentlemen Prefer Blondes

1953 · 91 min · Director: Howard Hawks

Gentlemen Prefer Blondes (1953) is a comedy drama, directed by Howard Hawks. It stars Jane Russell and Marilyn Monroe. The 91-minute film holds an audience score of 7.3/10.

What Gentlemen Prefer Blondes Is About

Lorelei Lee is a beautiful showgirl engaged to be married to the wealthy Gus Esmond, much to the disapproval of Gus' rich father, Esmond Sr., who thinks that Lorelei is just after his money. When Lorelei goes on a cruise accompanied only by her best friend, Dorothy Shaw, Esmond Sr. hires Ernie Malone, a private detective, to follow her and report any questionable behavior that would disqualify her from the marriage.

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What is Gentlemen Prefer Blondes about?

Lorelei Lee is a beautiful showgirl engaged to be married to the wealthy Gus Esmond, much to the disapproval of Gus' rich father, Esmond Sr. , who thinks that Lorelei is just after his money.

Where can I watch Gentlemen Prefer Blondes?

Gentlemen Prefer Blondes is available to watch on digital platforms such as Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube. Current rent and buy options are listed in the "Where to Watch" section on this page.

How long is Gentlemen Prefer Blondes?

Gentlemen Prefer Blondes runs for 91 minutes (1h 31m).

When did Gentlemen Prefer Blondes come out?

Gentlemen Prefer Blondes was released in 1953.

Who directed Gentlemen Prefer Blondes?

Gentlemen Prefer Blondes was directed by Howard Hawks.

Who stars in Gentlemen Prefer Blondes?

Gentlemen Prefer Blondes stars Jane Russell, Marilyn Monroe, Charles Coburn, Elliott Reid.

What is Gentlemen Prefer Blondes's rating?

Gentlemen Prefer Blondes holds 7.1/10 on IMDb and 7.3/10 on TMDB. Its Pulse Score is 72 out of 100.

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