Movie

Love is a Ball

“The hilariously mad story of all the best things in life that are not free... and the one thing that definitely is!”

★ 5.1(8)19631h 51m

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Good to know

Director: David Swift
Release date: 1963-04-24
Runtime: 1h 51m
Language: English
Status: Released
Country: United States of America

About Love is a Ball

Love is a Ball is a 1963 movie in the Comedy and Romance genres, directed by David Swift, starring Glenn Ford, Hope Lange and Charles Boyer. It has a runtime of 1 hour 51 minutes. It holds an average rating of 5.1/10 from 8 viewers. Below you can see where to watch Love is a Ball in South Africa — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

Etienne makes a good living out of marrying off poor but titled young men to rich but untitled young ladies. Millicent is now in his sights on the Riviera, and Grand Duke Gaspar is the bait. But what if Millicent starts to fancy planted chauffeur John instead, and Gaspar takes a shine to Etienne's secretary Janine?

Cast

Glenn Ford

John Lathrop Davis

Hope Lange

Millicent 'Millie' Mehaffey

Charles Boyer

M. Etienne Pimm

Ricardo Montalban

Duke Gaspard Ducluzeau

Telly Savalas

Dr. Christian Gump

Ruth McDevitt

Mathilda

Ulla Jacobsson

Janine

Georgette Anys

Mme. Gallou

Robert Bettoni

Milkman

Mony Dalmès

Mme. Fernier

Laurence Hardy

Priory

Jean Le Maitre

Carlo

Themes & keywords

french rivierapoornaive girl

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch Love is a Ball in South Africa?+

Love is a Ball is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in South Africa. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is Love is a Ball on Netflix?+

Love is a Ball is not on Netflix in South Africa right now.

How long is Love is a Ball?+

Love is a Ball has a runtime of 1 hour 51 minutes (111 minutes).

Who stars in Love is a Ball?+

Love is a Ball stars Glenn Ford, Hope Lange, Charles Boyer, Ricardo Montalban and Telly Savalas.

When did Love is a Ball come out?+

Love is a Ball is a 1963 movie directed by David Swift.

What genre is Love is a Ball?+

Love is a Ball is Comedy and Romance film.

Who directed Love is a Ball?+

Love is a Ball was directed by David Swift.