Send Me No Flowers
Send Me No Flowers

Send Me No Flowers

1964Movie100 minEnglish

When a hypochondriac assumes that he is dying, he makes an elaborate plan to ensure his wife's happiness. However, trouble ensues when she misunderstands his intentions.

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IMDb6.7/10
Rotten Tomatoes71%
Google Users75%
Director: Norman JewisonGenres: Comedy, Romance

Plot Summary

A hypochondriac widower, George, believes his neighbor is having an affair with his wife, Judy. When he overhears a conversation that leads him to believe Judy is trying to kill him for his insurance money, he enlists the help of his friends to investigate. As George's paranoia escalates, he orchestrates increasingly elaborate schemes to catch his wife in the act, leading to a series of comedic misunderstandings and escalating chaos.

Critical Reception

Send Me No Flowers was a moderate commercial success and received generally positive reviews, with critics praising the performances of its lead actors and the comedic timing. While not as iconic as previous pairings of Day and Hudson, it is remembered as a charming and lighthearted comedy with a solid premise.

What Reviewers Say

  • Doris Day and Rock Hudson's chemistry is a highlight, delivering their signature comedic performances.
  • The film's premise offers plenty of opportunities for slapstick and witty dialogue, though some find the plot a bit predictable.
  • Norman Jewison's direction keeps the pacing brisk and the comedic situations escalating effectively.

Google audience: Audiences generally enjoyed the film's lighthearted humor and the familiar charm of its lead actors, finding it a pleasant and entertaining romantic comedy.

Fun Fact

This was the sixth and final film collaboration between Doris Day and Rock Hudson.

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John Chard

John Chard

Look, you're dealing with your wife. You can forget the Constitution. Send Me No Flowers is directed by Norman Jewison and collectively written by Julius J. Epstein, Norman Barasch and Carroll Moore. It stars Doris Day, Rock Hudson, Tony...