Come September (1961): Cast, Plot & Where to Watch
Come September is a 1961 romantic comedy directed by Robert Mulligan, starring Rock Hudson as Robert L. Talbot, Gina Lollobrigida and Ronald Howard. It runs 1 hour 52 minutes. Rent or buy it on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store.
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- Runtime
- 1h 52m (112 min)
- Director
- Robert Mulligan
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English - After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is Come September About?
The premise of Come September without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.
A quiet hideaway and secret rendezvous are shattered when teenagers arrive. American millionaire Robert Talbot reaches his luxurious Italian villa early for his yearly vacation, only to find his longtime girlfriend Lisa has decided to marry someone else. Meanwhile, his scheming associate Maurice has turned the estate into a makeshift hotel, housing a group of young American girls.
Where to Watch Come September
Rent or buy it from Amazon Video and Apple TV Store. US availability and prices from JustWatch.
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Come September Cast & Characters
Rock Hudson leads the cast as Robert L. Talbot, with Gina Lollobrigida as Lisa Helena Fellini and Ronald Howard as Spencer. Directed by Robert Mulligan; 32 actors are credited in all.
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Director Robert Mulligan
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Gina Lollobrigida as Lisa Helena Fellini - Ronald Howard as Spencer
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Joel Grey as Beagle
Also Starring in Come September
· 28 more- Walter Slezak Maurice Clavell
- Sandra Dee Sandy Stevens
- Brenda de Banzie Margaret Allison
- Bobby Darin Tony
- Mimmo Poli Commissario (uncredited)
- Milena Vukotić Melinda (Maid) (uncredited)
- Giacomo Furia Poliziotto (uncredited)
- John Stacy Douglas (uncredited)
- Renato Malavasi Man (uncredited)
- Charles Fawcett Warren (uncredited)
- Pietro De Vico Poliziotto (uncredited)
- Joan Freeman Linda
- Liana Del Balzo Mother Superior (uncredited)
- Francesco Tensi Robert's Secretary (uncredited)
- Helen Stirling Katherine (uncredited)
- Nello Appodia Station Master (uncredited)
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- Rossana Rory Anna
- Anna Maestri Maria (Maid) (uncredited)
- Stella Rho Teresa (Maid) (uncredited)
- Edy Nogara Lisa's Maid (uncredited)
- Nancy Anderson Patricia
- Christopher Seitz Larry
- Betty Foa Elena (uncredited)
- Ronnie Haran Sparrow
- Cindy Conroy Julia
- Michael Eden Ron
- Claudia Brack Carol
- Liliana Celli Seamstress (uncredited)
Come September Plot Summary
What happens in Come September from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 14 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 4-minute read.
Spoilers ahead
Robert Talbot, a wealthy American businessman, owns a stunning villa located on the picturesque Ligurian coast of Italy. Each year in September, he visits this villa to spend time with his romantic partner, Lisa Fellini, played by Gina Lollobrigida. Their relationship is a special yearly event, but Lisa, who is also engaged to a dull and eager fiancé named Spencer, begins to feel the desire for something more meaningful. When Robert unexpectedly calls her while en route from Milano in July, inviting her for a spontaneous affair, her resolve wavers. Succumbing to temptation, Lisa cancels her wedding plans and rushes to meet Robert, igniting a series of events that will change her life.
Full summary
The whole story of Come September, scene by scene
Come September Trailers & Videos
The trailer of Come September.
How Well Do You Know Come September?
10 questions about the story, each with a hint if you get stuck. Pick an answer to see whether you were right.
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Cars in Come September
14 cars on screen, including the 1960 Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud II Drophead Coupé and the 1942 Dodge WC 51.
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1960 Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud II Drophead Coupé Main role -
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1959 Tempo Rapid Kombi Important role
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Come September FAQ: Where to Watch, Cast & Runtime
Runtime, release date, director, cast, where to watch and post-credit scenes of Come September, each answered in a sentence.
How long is Come September?
Come September runs 1 hour 52 minutes (112 minutes).
When was Come September released?
Come September was released on August 9, 1961.
Who directed Come September?
Come September was directed by Robert Mulligan.
More films by Robert Mulligan Who is in the cast of Come September?
Come September stars Rock Hudson as Robert L. Talbot, Gina Lollobrigida as Lisa Helena Fellini and Ronald Howard as Spencer, among 32 credited actors.
Where can I watch Come September?
In the US, Come September is available to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and Fandango At Home (availability from JustWatch).
Does Come September have a post-credit scene?
No. Come September has no extra scene during or after the credits.
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