Never Say Goodbye
Never Say Goodbye

Never Say Goodbye

1956Movie96 minEnglish

In present-day U.S., Dr. Michael Parker, a prominent surgeon, unexpectedly runs into his German-born wife whom he thought was dead. Victor, an artist and his "dead" wife's now boyfriend, berates Dr. Parker for "killing" her. The bulk of the story flashes back to Austria during World War II as we learn how Dr. Parker met and married his wife, and the one mistake that may have cost him his family.

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IMDb6.4/10
Director: Jerry HopperGenres: Romance, Comedy, Drama

Plot Summary

A dashing and popular pediatrician finds his life complicated when his estranged wife returns, claiming he is the father of her child. He must navigate the reappearance of his former love while dealing with his current romantic interests and the potential paternity of the child. The situation escalates as he tries to sort out his feelings and responsibilities amidst the confusion.

Critical Reception

Never Say Goodbye received a mixed to positive reception from critics and audiences, often highlighted for its charming lead performances and lighthearted, if predictable, romantic storyline. While some found it to be a pleasant diversion, others noted its formulaic nature and lack of groundbreaking content. It performed moderately well at the box office, fitting into the typical studio romantic comedies of the era.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for the chemistry between Rock Hudson and Shelley Winters.
  • Criticized for a familiar and somewhat contrived plot.
  • Seen as an enjoyable, light romantic comedy for its time.

Google audience: Audience reviews are scarce for this film, but generally, viewers found it to be a charming and entertaining romantic comedy, particularly appreciating the lead actors' performances.

Fun Fact

The film was based on a short story titled 'The Father of the Bride' by Cornell Woolrich, though it differs significantly in plot and tone from the more famous film adaptation of the same name.

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r96sk

It's a really sweet story, but the execution of it to bring it to our screens is disappointing. The A to B of <em>'Never Say Goodbye'</em> is rather endearing, with people reconnecting. However, how the film fills in the blanks is kinda ...