Come September

Released Aug 9, 1961

1h 52m

Romance

Comedy

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7 Reviews

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2,500+ Ratings

American mogul Robert Talbot (Rock Hudson) customarily spends the month of September in his lush Italian villa. But this year he arrives early and gets a surprise -- his money-grubbing overseer has turned the villa into a hotel in his absence. Infuriated, Talbot is ready to kick his teenage guests out at first -- until he unexpectedly takes on the role of chaperon. Meanwhile, the playboy fights to save his on-the-rocks relationship with feisty Italian Lisa Fellini (Gina Lollobrigida).

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Frank J. Avella

Edge Media Network

Lollobrigida always seemed to be in the shadow of Sophia Loren, yet she was her own force.Terrific at comedy, she takes over the screen whenever she is on, and dominates in the best ways.

Rated: B

Oct 26, 2021

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Matt Brunson

Film Frenzy

Some lovely visuals -- the Italian Riviera, Gina Lollobrigida, and Rock Hudson -- are at the service of this soufflé-light comedy.

Rated: 3/4

Oct 23, 2021

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Michael E. Grost

Classic Film and Television

Endearing romantic comedy, with gorgeous color photography of Italy.

Jul 6, 2010

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Carol Cling

Las Vegas Review-Journal

Standard, semi-stupid '60s sex comedy, but Rock and Gina make a comely pair.

Rated: 3/5

Mar 17, 2006

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Christopher Null

Filmcritic.com

Rated: 3/5

Oct 6, 2005

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Emanuel Levy

EmanuelLevy.Com

Rated: 3/5

Jul 3, 2005

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Nizar N

Funny, great views, charismatic performances, beautiful cinematography… A very enjoyable watch.

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

02/10/23

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Audience Member

It started out okay but honestly it was boring. I really couldn't get into it at all.

Rated 2 out of 5 stars

02/01/23

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Audience Member

One of my favorite 60's comedies. Rock Hudson and Gina Lollobrigida are magic.

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

02/03/23

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Audience Member

Standard, semi-stupid '60s sex comedy, but Rock and Gina make a comely pair.

Rated 3 out of 5 stars

01/25/23

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Audience Member

Light comedy and easily forgettable. Just another silly picture from the 60s.

Rated 2.5 out of 5 stars

02/27/23

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Audience Member

fluffy rom-com like the doris day variety.

Rated 3 out of 5 stars

01/21/23

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Robert Mulligan

Director

Rock Hudson

Robert L. Talbot

Gina Lollobrigida

Lisa Helena Fellini

Sandra Dee

Sandy Stevens

Bobby Darin

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Walter Slezak

Maurice Clavell

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Synopsis

American mogul Robert Talbot (Rock Hudson) customarily spends the month of September in his lush Italian villa. But this year he arrives early and gets a surprise -- his money-grubbing overseer has turned the villa into a hotel in his absence. Infuriated, Talbot is ready to kick his teenage guests out at first -- until he unexpectedly takes on the role of chaperon. Meanwhile, the playboy fights to save his on-the-rocks relationship with feisty Italian Lisa Fellini (Gina Lollobrigida).

Director: Robert Mulligan
Screenwriter: Stanley Shapiro, Maurice Richlin
Distributor: Universal Pictures
Production Co: Universal/Universal Int
Genre: Romance, Comedy
Original Language: English
Release Date (Theaters): Aug 9, 1961, Original
Release Date (DVD): May 6, 2003
Runtime: 1h 52m