Lover Come Back
Lover Come Back

Lover Come Back

1961
Movie
107 min
English

Jerry Webster and Carol Templeton are rival Madison Avenue advertising executives who each dislike each other’s methods. After he steals a client out from under her cute little nose, revenge prompts her to infiltrate his secret "VIP" campaign in order to persuade the mystery product’s scientist to switch to her firm.

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IMDb7.0/10
Rotten Tomatoes67%
Google Users83%
Director: Delbert MannGenres: Comedy, Romance

Plot Summary

Advertising rival executives Jerry Webster and Carol Templeton engage in a fierce battle of wits and sabotage, unaware that they are falling in love with each other through their respective alter egos. Jerry pretends to be a scientist developing a revolutionary new product called 'Rebel' to win a big contract, while Carol tries to uncover his secret. Their professional animosity masks a growing personal attraction that complicates their schemes.

Critical Reception

Lover Come Back was a commercial success and generally well-received by critics for its witty dialogue, charming performances, and effective comedic timing. It is often considered a classic example of the sophisticated romantic comedies of the era, capitalizing on the popular on-screen chemistry between its leads.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its sharp, adult humor and sophisticated comedic performances.
  • The chemistry between Rock Hudson and Doris Day is a major highlight.
  • A well-crafted romantic comedy that balances wit with genuine charm.

Google audience: Audiences generally loved the film's humor, the engaging plot, and the undeniable chemistry between the lead actors. Many found it to be a delightful and entertaining romantic comedy that holds up well.

Awards & Accolades

Won the Golden Globe Award for Best Motion Picture – Musical or Comedy. Nominated for an Academy Award for Best Story and Screenplay - Written Directly for the Screen.

Fun Fact

Rock Hudson and Doris Day famously had a pact that they would never make a film together that didn't end with them happily married, and 'Lover Come Back' was no exception.

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I'm not sure there's too much actual acting going on here, more like Rock Hudson, Doris Day and Tony Randall just having some fun with an entertainingly and occasionally quite witty script from Stanley Shapiro and Paul Henning. Hudson is su...