On the Riviera

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On the Riviera

Released Apr 20, 1951

1h 30m

Musical

Comedy

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While performing in the French Riviera, entertainer Jack Martin (Danny Kaye) finds he can do an uncanny impersonation of wealthy businessman Henri Duran (also Kaye), so much so that no one can tell the difference between the two. When a pressing business engagement requires Duran's presence, he hires Martin to take his place at a party Duran is supposed to be hosting. It turns out the plan works -- too well. Soon, Martin finds himself beset by Duran's wife, as well as his many mistresses.

James Plath

Movie Metropolis

There are stronger Danny Kaye films out there, but 'On the Riviera' is perhaps the best showcase for all of the performer's talents . . . and it's entertaining enough.

Rated: 7/10

Oct 9, 2013

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Phil Hall

Film Threat

Minor Danny Kaye romp, with some pleasant surprises.

Rated: 2.5/5

Dec 1, 2005

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ashley h

On the Riviera is a decent film. It is about an American entertainer who impersonates a wealthy aviator. Danny Kaye and Gene Tierney give good performances. The screenplay is a little slow in places. Walter Lang did an alright job directing this movie. I liked this motion picture because of the humor and music.

Rated 3.5 out of 5 stars

03/31/23

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steve d

Completely forgettable.

Rated 3 out of 5 stars

03/30/23

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Audience Member

"If you look, you'll see the people from Paree playing On the Riviera" - this film celebrates the French post-war joie de vivre with sun and fun. Danny Kaye (with vivacious song and dance) and Gene Tierney (in her white mink and diamonds) are wonderful to watch against this backdrop. Tune in to the French accents (most of it is authentic, since there are actually some French actors: Marcel Dalio and Corinne Calvet.)

Rated 3.5 out of 5 stars

02/11/23

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Audience Member

Amusing but certainly not the best Danny Kaye movie.

Rated 2 out of 5 stars

02/25/23

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Audience Member

This movie is an entertaining romp. It records one of the best dance routines showcasing Danny Kay's tremendous talent.

Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars

02/24/23

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+ Women should take a look at the gowns in this technicolor but non-Cinemascope picture for Best Dressed on the Carpet for next year's Met Gala or Oscars. Beautiful. + Otherwise, a hard-to-follow plot that makes '50's audiences seem mighty easy to please with rather silly material. Good as a Time Capsule, but not so much as a musical ... or even a Danny Kaye vehicle. Gene Tierney should've had a longer career; it was mostly over by 1960 in spite of good performances.

Rated 2.5 out of 5 stars

02/18/23

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Walter Lang

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Danny Kaye

Jack Martin

Gene Tierney

Lili Duran

Corinne Calvet

Colette

Marcel Dalio

Philippe Lebrix

Jean Murat

Felix Periton

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Synopsis

While performing in the French Riviera, entertainer Jack Martin (Danny Kaye) finds he can do an uncanny impersonation of wealthy businessman Henri Duran (also Kaye), so much so that no one can tell the difference between the two. When a pressing business engagement requires Duran's presence, he hires Martin to take his place at a party Duran is supposed to be hosting. It turns out the plan works -- too well. Soon, Martin finds himself beset by Duran's wife, as well as his many mistresses.

Director: Walter Lang
Producer: Sol C. Siegel
Screenwriter: Valentine Davies, Phoebe Ephron, Henry Ephron
Production Co: 20th Century Fox
Genre: Musical, Comedy
Original Language: English
Release Date (Theaters): Apr 20, 1951, Wide
Release Date (DVD): May 22, 2007
Runtime: 1h 30m