1953·Comedy·1h 17m
7.0
★
Melvin Hoover, a budding photographer for Look magazine, accidentally bumps into a young actress named Judy LeRoy in the park. They start to talk, and Melvin soon offers to do a photo spread of her. His boss, however, has no intention of using the photos. Melvin wants to marry Judy, but her father would rather she marry dull and dependable Harry Black. As a last resort, Melvin promises to get Judy's photo on the cover of the next issue of Look, a task easier said than done.
Directed by Don Weis
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Cast
Donald O'Connor
Melvin Hoover
Debbie Reynolds
Judy LeRoy
Una Merkel
Mom Schneider
Richard Anderson
Harry Flack
Allyn Joslyn
Pop Schneider
Les Tremayne
Mr. Henneman
Noreen Corcoran
Clarabelle
Jim Backus
Mergo
Barbara Ruick
Studio Guide
Robert Taylor
Robert Taylor
Nesdon Booth
Police Captain (uncredited)
Steve Forrest
Photographer on Crane (uncredited)
Crew
Don Weis
Director
George Wells
Screenplay
Harold Rosson
Director of Photography
George Wells
Producer
William Tuttle
Makeup Artist
Sydney Guilaroff
Hairstylist
A. Arnold Gillespie
Special Effects
George Stoll
Music Director
Helen Rose
Costume Design
Douglas Shearer
Recording Supervision
Cedric Gibbons
Art Direction
Edwin B. Willis
Set Decoration
Popular Reviews
18 reviews
Natalie
6.0★ · 04/15/26
Donald and Debbie are a much better pair than Debbie with Gene Kelly and Donald treated Debbie much better in real life as well. Although singing in the rain is a much better movie than this, I felt unease whenever I watched the movie after finding out about how Gene treated Debbie behind the scenes.
Donald and Debbie are a much better pair than Debbie with Gene Kelly and Donald treated Debbie much better in real life as well. Although singing in the rain is a much better movie than this, I felt unease whenever I watched the movie after finding out about how Gene treated Debbie behind the scenes.
Nick
6.0★ · 01/02/26
After watching Singin' in the Rain and witnessing the strong on-screen chemistry between Donald O’Connor and Debbie Reynolds, I was pleasantly surprised to discover that they also starred together in I Love Melvin. And indeed, both actors deliver solid performances in the film. However, considering their talent, I felt that the story did not take full advantage of what they were capable of.
For a romantic comedy, the romance feels lacking. The relationship between the main couple progresses too quickly, with very few scenes that explore their bond. Their first encounter is marked by conflict, which seems promising at first, as if it would have meaningful consequences later on. Yet, by the very next meeting, the characters — especially Melvin — are already "in love", making their relationship feel rushed.
The ending also gives the impression of being abrupt. Melvin is missing for a long time, and when he is finally found, the film ends almost immediately. There could be an extra scene indicating how the characters’ lives and careers turn out afterward.
That said, the musical numbers stand out as the film’s strongest elements, with Donald and Debbie doing an amazing job.
Overall, I Love Melvin could have been a stronger film if it had taken its story more seriously, allowing for a more detailed and thoughtful development.
For a romantic comedy, the romance feels lacking. The relationship between the main couple progresses too quickly, with very few scenes that explore their bond. Their first encounter is marked by conflict, which seems promising at first, as if it would have meaningful consequences later on. Yet, by the very next meeting, the characters — especially Melvin — are already "in love", making their relationship feel rushed.
The ending also gives the impression of being abrupt. Melvin is missing for a long time, and when he is finally found, the film ends almost immediately. There could be an extra scene indicating how the characters’ lives and careers turn out afterward.
That said, the musical numbers stand out as the film’s strongest elements, with Donald and Debbie doing an amazing job.
Overall, I Love Melvin could have been a stronger film if it had taken its story more seriously, allowing for a more detailed and thoughtful development.
After watching Singin' in the Rain and witnessing the strong on-screen chemistry between Donald O’Connor and Debbie Reynolds, I was pleasantly surprised to discover that they also starred together in I Love Melvin. And indeed, both actors deliver solid performances in the film. However, considering their talent, I felt that the story did not take full advantage of what they were capable of.
For a romantic comedy, the romance feels lacking. The relationship between the main couple progresses too quickly, with very few scenes that explore their bond. Their first encounter is marked by conflict, which seems promising at first, as if it would have meaningful consequences later on. Yet, by the very next meeting, the characters — especially Melvin — are already "in love", making their relationship feel rushed.
The ending also gives the impression of being abrupt. Melvin is missing for a long time, and when he is finally found, the film ends almost immediately. There could be an extra scene indicating how the characters’ lives and careers turn out afterward.
That said, the musical numbers stand out as the film’s strongest elements, with Donald and Debbie doing an amazing job.
Overall, I Love Melvin could have been a stronger film if it had taken its story more seriously, allowing for a more detailed and thoughtful development.
For a romantic comedy, the romance feels lacking. The relationship between the main couple progresses too quickly, with very few scenes that explore their bond. Their first encounter is marked by conflict, which seems promising at first, as if it would have meaningful consequences later on. Yet, by the very next meeting, the characters — especially Melvin — are already "in love", making their relationship feel rushed.
The ending also gives the impression of being abrupt. Melvin is missing for a long time, and when he is finally found, the film ends almost immediately. There could be an extra scene indicating how the characters’ lives and careers turn out afterward.
That said, the musical numbers stand out as the film’s strongest elements, with Donald and Debbie doing an amazing job.
Overall, I Love Melvin could have been a stronger film if it had taken its story more seriously, allowing for a more detailed and thoughtful development.
Zara
9.0★ · 07/08/25
Easy and fun to watched, Donald and Debbie had really great chemistry.
Easy and fun to watched, Donald and Debbie had really great chemistry.
Zara
9.0★ · 07/08/25
Easy and fun to watched, Donald and Debbie had really great chemistry.
Easy and fun to watched, Donald and Debbie had really great chemistry.
Liberty
5.5★ · 06/05/25
Plus: Donald O’Connor and Debbie Reynolds reunion, con: weak plot, plus: memorable staging sequences con: racist comic number which comes out of nowhere?????????
Plus: Donald O’Connor and Debbie Reynolds reunion, con: weak plot, plus: memorable staging sequences con: racist comic number which comes out of nowhere?????????