Sitting Pretty

A married couple's lives are turned upside down when a suave, opportunistic playwright enters their home, charming their children and causing marital strife. The playwright, an aspiring writer named King Westley, manages to insert himself into the family's affairs, much to the chagrin of the husband, Harry. As Westley's schemes unfold, the couple must navigate his manipulative tactics and their own relationship.

Sitting Pretty was a modest success, generally well-received by critics for its lighthearted comedy and the performances of its lead actors, particularly Clifton Webb. Audiences enjoyed the film's witty dialogue and the familiar comedic tropes it employed, though some found the plot somewhat predictable. It was considered a pleasant, escapist film for its time.

• Praised for Clifton Webb's charismatic performance as the scheming playwright.

• Enjoyed for its lighthearted and often witty comedic situations.

• Seen as a pleasant, if somewhat formulaic, screwball comedy.

Google audience: Audience reviews from the era often highlighted the film's humor and the appeal of its stars, finding it to be an entertaining and diverting experience.

The character of Lynn Belvedere, played by Clifton Webb, was so popular that he later appeared in two sequels: 'Mr. Belvedere Goes to College' (1949) and 'Mr. Belvedere Rings the Bell' (1951), though these films featured different directors and storylines.