The Bliss of Mrs. Blossom

Sep 11, 1968

1h 33m

★ 6.5

The Years Big Put-On...And Take-Off Too!

Overview

Harriet Blossom is married to Robert Blossom, a businessman who'd rather spend the night at his bra factory than at home with her. One day, Harriet's sewing machine breaks, so Robert sends a repairman, Ambrose, to fix it. It's lust at first sight for Harriet, who convinces Ambrose to hide out in the attic for a tryst. When her new beau shows no desire to leave, the pair begin a years-long love affair right under Robert's nose.

Genres

Comedy

Production Companies

Paramount Pictures

The Bliss of Mrs. Blossom Trailers

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Cast

Harriet Blossom

Shirley MacLaine

Robert Blossom

Richard Attenborough

Ambrose Tuttle

James Booth

Det. Sergeant Dylan

Freddie Jones

Dylan's Assistant

William Rushton

Dr. Taylor

Bob Monkhouse

Miss Reece

Patricia Routledge

Judge

John Bluthal

Doctor

Harry Towb

Pet Shop Assistant

Sandra Caron

Pet Shop Saleslady

Sheila Steafel

Factory Manager

Frank Thornton

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