

Laughter in Paradise
1951-06-01 · 97 min · ★ 6.5
When an eccentric practical joker dies, he divides his fortune among four heirs. But before they can collect the cash they must each do something which goes completely against their nature. NB: This is the film which introduced Audrey Hepburn.
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- Directors
- Mario Zampi
- Production companies
- Mario Zampi Productions
- Countries
- United Kingdom
- Status
- Released
Top Cast
Alastair SimDeniston Russell
Fay ComptonAgnes Russell
Beatrice CampbellLucille Grayson
Guy MiddletonSimon Russell
George ColeHerbert Russell
A.E. MatthewsSir Charles Robson
Joyce GrenfellElizabeth Robson
Anthony SteelRoger Godfrey
John LaurieGordon Webb
Eleanor SummerfieldSheila Wilcott
Ronald AdamBank Manager
Leslie DwyerPolice Sergeant
Ernest ThesigerEndicott
Charlotte MitchellEthel
Mackenzie WardBenson
Veronica HurstJoan Webb
Audrey HepburnCigarette Girl
Hugh GriffithHenry Russell
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