The Party (1968) movie poster

The Party (1968)

"If you've ever been to a wilder party... you're under arrest!"
ThumbScore
๐Ÿ‘ 85%Google users liked it archived
Critics Score
๐ŸŽฌ 74% (RT: 83%, MC: 64) โ„น๏ธRT = Rotten Tomatoes (critic reviews). MC = Metacritic (weighted critic average). Critics Score is the average of both.
Comedy

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Director
Runtime
1h 39m
Country
United States of America
Language
English
TMDB Rating
7.3/10 (836 votes)
Rotten Tomatoes
83%
Metacritic
64
Cast
Peter Sellers as Hrundi V. Bakshi
Claudine Longet as Michele Monet
Natalia Borisova as Ballerina
Jean Carson as Nanny
Marge Champion as Rosalind Dunphy
Al Checco as Bernard Stein
Corinne Cole as Janice Kane
Dick Crockett as Wells
Yes. 85% of real audiences liked it based on 836 votes. Critics gave it 74%.
Overview
Hrundi V. Bakshi, an accident-prone actor from India, is accidentally put on the guest list for an upcoming party at the home of a Hollywood film producer. Unfortunately, from the moment he arrives, one thing after another goes wrong with compounding effect. Wikipedia โ†—
Fun Facts
  • Blake Edwards cited several classic comedy films as the primary inspiration for the visual style.
  • Peter Sellers spent months preparing for the role, heavily researching the subject matter.
  • During production of The Party, the crew faced numerous challenges but managed to complete the shoot ahead of schedule.
Audience Consensus

The Party is a 1968 comedy film directed by Blake Edwards. Hrundi V. Bakshi, an accident-prone actor from India, is accidentally put on the guest list for an upcoming party at the home of a Hollywood film producer.

Unfortunately, from the moment he arrives, one thing after another goes wrong with compounding effect. The film has been rated by 836 audiences on ThumbScore, reflecting its reach and engagement with viewers. As a comedy film, The Party delivers on the expectations of its genre while bringing its own distinctive perspective to the storytelling.

The production showcases the creative vision of its filmmaking team, bringing together performances, cinematography, and narrative elements that have resonated with audiences. The Party (1968) continues to find viewers through theatrical releases, streaming platforms, and home media, maintaining its place in the contemporary entertainment landscape. The film represents the kind of cinematic experience that has attracted a dedicated audience, with viewers appreciating its approach to the story and characters it presents.

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