An Alligator Named Daisy

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"Britain's new laughter team"
  • NR
  • 1955
  • 1 hr 28 min
  • 5.1  (409)

An Alligator Named Daisy is a delightful British comedy film released in 1955. The movie stars renowned British actors Donald Sinden, Diana Dors, and Jeannie Carson with the direction of J. Lee Thompson. The plot of the movie revolves around a wealthy American, Miles O'Hara (Donald Sinden), who inherits a large sum of money and decides to visit London with his pet alligator Daisy. As one can imagine, Miles and his pet alligator's arrival in London causes quite a stir among the locals. Daisy, the alligator, is no ordinary alligator, as she has been raised in captivity since birth and has a fondness for music.

Jeannie Carson plays a journalist, Carol (Jeannie Carson), assigned to cover Miles and Daisy's arrival in London. However, things take a turn for the worse when Miles loses all his money and becomes unable to pay his hotel bill. He is then forced to find a way to make ends meet, and the only option seems to be involving Daisy's talent of playing the piano.

The storyline of the movie takes an unexpected turn as Miles and Daisy become part of a cabaret show at the Café Continental. A beautiful singer named Maisie (Diana Dors) joins the show, and it isn't long before she and Miles become romantically involved.

As the story progresses, we see Daisy playing the piano brilliantly and becoming a showstopper at the cabaret. Daisy's unusual talent attracts the attention of a wealthy industrialist, Sir William (Roland Culver), who offers to pay an enormous sum for her. Miles, however, is not willing to sell his beloved pet, and a series of comedic events unfold as he tries to keep Daisy safe.

The movie emphasizes the relationship between humans and animals as Miles' love for Daisy is undeniable. It also highlights the importance of money and how it influences people's lives. The themes of romance, jealousy, and adventure further add to the film's perfect balance of humor and drama.

The well-chosen cast of the movie is the main driving force behind its success. Donald Sinden is hilarious as the wealthy and naive Miles O'Hara. He portrays the innocence and vulnerability of his character with utmost perfection. Jeannie Carson adds to the comedy as the determined journalist who slowly falls for Miles. Diana Dors' captivating beauty and incredible singing voice make her an essential character in the story. Her performance as Maisie is enchanting, and she has excellent chemistry with both Donald Sinden and Jeannie Carson.

Overall, An Alligator Named Daisy is an entertaining and engaging movie that keeps the audience hooked from start to finish. The film's comic moments, the unexpected twists and turns, the beautiful music, and the well-crafted characters make it a timeless classic that is still enjoyed by audiences of all ages. Whether you're an animal lover or not, the heartwarming relationship between Miles and Daisy is enough to make you fall in love with the movie.

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Description
  • Release Date
    1955
  • MPAA Rating
    NR
  • Runtime
    1 hr 28 min
  • Language
    English
  • IMDB Rating
    5.1  (409)
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