The Matchmaker (1958) The Matchmaker

The Matchmaker ★★★ 1958 An adaptation of the Thornton Wilder play concerning two young men in search of romance in 1884 New York. Later adapted as "Hello Dolly." An amusing diversion. 101m/B VHS. Shirley Booth, Anthony Perkins, Shirley MacLaine, Paul Ford, Robert Morse, Perry Wilson, Wallace Ford, Russell Collins, Rex Evans, Gavin Gordon, Torben Meyer; Director: Joseph Anthony; Writer: John Michael Hayes; Writer: Charles B(ryant) Lang Jr.

At-a-glance
Year Released 1958
Length (in minutes) 101
Display Black & White
Formats VHS
National Film Registry
Credits
Role Name
Actor Paul Ford
Actor Shirley MacLaine
Actor Wallace Ford
Actor Gavin Gordon
Actor Anthony Perkins
Actor Robert Morse
Actor Shirley Booth
Actor Russell Collins
Actor Perry Wilson
Actor Torben Meyer
Actor Rex Evans
Cinematographer Charles B(ryant) Lang Jr
Director Joseph Anthony
Writer John Michael Hayes