London Suite

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"Neil Simon’s fast-paced comedy chronicles the stories of four different couples in a posh London hotel"
  • NR
  • 1996
  • 2 hr
  • 5.1  (359)

London Suite is a 1996 comedy film directed by Jay Sandrich and written by Neil Simon. The movie stars an impressive ensemble cast of Kelsey Grammer, Michael Richards, Julia Louis-Dreyfus, and many more. The movie is divided into four acts, each taking place in the same suite of a luxury London hotel, and follows the stories of different characters.

The first act, titled "The Writer", stars Kelsey Grammer as Mark, a successful American writer who is staying in the hotel room to work on a screenplay. He is interrupted by his estranged wife, played by Patricia Clarkson, who shows up unexpectedly with news that could change his life. The two spend the night arguing and revealing the secrets of their failed marriage.

The second act, titled "The Hockneys", features Michael Richards and Julie Hagerty as a bickering couple from Chicago. They are in London to attend an art auction where they hope to sell a painting they purchased years ago for a profit. Their night takes an unexpected turn when they meet a British couple who has also acquired the same painting and threatens to ruin their chances of making a sale.

The third act, "Sneakers", follows the story of a wealthy widow, played by Maggie Smith, who is staying in the suite with her daughter, played by Fran Drescher. The two are anxious to attend a fancy wedding, but their plans are foiled when they can't find the shoes they want to wear. Meanwhile, a charming American businessman, played by Richard Mulligan, has his eye on the widow and tries to win her over.

The final act, "The Grass Harp", features Julia Louis-Dreyfus as an actress who is staying in the suite with her young boyfriend, played by a young Jeremy Piven. They are in London to perform in a play, but their relationship is strained when she reveals her desire to move on to more serious roles. They confide in a waiter, played by David McCallum, who has dreams of his own.

Overall, London Suite is a charming and witty film that showcases the talents of its ensemble cast. Each act could stand on its own as a satisfying short story, but the interconnectedness of the characters and the hotel setting adds an extra layer of depth to the storytelling. Neil Simon's sharp dialogue is perfectly executed by the talented cast, making London Suite a must-watch for fans of witty comedies.

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Description
  • Release Date
    1996
  • MPAA Rating
    NR
  • Runtime
    2 hr
  • Language
    English
  • IMDB Rating
    5.1  (359)