Movie

The High Cost of Loving

“M-G-M presents a candid connubial comedy !”

★ 6.6(5)19581h 27m

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Good to know

Director: José Ferrer
Release date: 1958-05-16
Runtime: 1h 27m
Language: English
Status: Released
Country: United States of America
Studio: Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer

About The High Cost of Loving

The High Cost of Loving is a 1958 movie in the Comedy genre, directed by José Ferrer, starring José Ferrer, Gena Rowlands and Joanne Gilbert. It has a runtime of 1 hour 27 minutes. It holds an average rating of 6.6/10 from 5 viewers. Below you can see where to watch The High Cost of Loving in Germany — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

Middle-aged middle-manager Jim Fry, with the same company for fifteen years, is in a comfortable rut. But life becomes less predictable when he doesn't receive an invitation to an important luncheon being held by the new company president. Convinced that he's about to lose his job, Jim begins to mull over his limited prospects when his wife confirms that she's pregnant.

Cast

José Ferrer

Jim Fry

Gena Rowlands

Ginny Fry

Joanne Gilbert

Syd Heyward

Jim Backus

Paul Mason

Bobby Troup

Steve Heyward

Philip Ober

Herb Zorn

Edward Platt

Eli Cave

Charles Watts

Boylin, Executive

Werner Klemperer

Joseph Jessup

Malcolm Atterbury

Harry Lessing (uncredited)

Henny Backus

Mrs. Mason (uncredited)

Jeanne Baird

Jean (uncredited)

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch The High Cost of Loving in Germany?+

The High Cost of Loving is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in Germany. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is The High Cost of Loving on Netflix?+

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How long is The High Cost of Loving?+

The High Cost of Loving has a runtime of 1 hour 27 minutes (87 minutes).

Who stars in The High Cost of Loving?+

The High Cost of Loving stars José Ferrer, Gena Rowlands, Joanne Gilbert, Jim Backus and Bobby Troup.

When did The High Cost of Loving come out?+

The High Cost of Loving is a 1958 movie directed by José Ferrer.

What genre is The High Cost of Loving?+

The High Cost of Loving is Comedy film.

Who directed The High Cost of Loving?+

The High Cost of Loving was directed by José Ferrer.