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Son of the Pink Panther (1993): Cast, Ratings & Box Office

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Son of the Pink Panther is a 1993 crime comedy directed by Blake Edwards, starring Herbert Lom, Claudia Cardinale and Robert Davi. It runs 1 hour 33 minutes and earned $2.4 million worldwide. Critics gave it 33 on Metacritic.

worldwide gross
$2.4M
Metascore
33
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Son of the Pink Panther (1993) movie poster
Released
Runtime
1h 33m (93 min)
Director
Blake Edwards
Genres
Comedy , Crime
Original language
English
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is Son of the Pink Panther About?

The premise of Son of the Pink Panther without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.

In the beautiful French Riviera, a royal kidnapping sparks a chaotic rescue mission. Police Commissioner Charles Dreyfus is reluctantly partnered with Jacques Gambrelli, the awkward and illegitimate son of his longtime adversary, Inspector Clouseau. As Dreyfus oversees the operation, he unexpectedly develops feelings for Jacques' mother, while Jacques embarks on a pursuit of the missing Princess Yasmin, leading to hilarious complications and unexpected twists.

Son of the Pink Panther Themes & Keywords

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  • woman slaps a man
  • memory
  • memory lapse
  • forgetting a name
  • movie reality crossover
  • cartoon reality crossover
  • eye twitch
  • bomb
  • newspaper
  • watching a movie
  • man slaps a woman
  • woman wears a bra and panties
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  • misleading title
  • farce comedy
  • flatulence
  • the pink panther character
  • man
  • returning actress plays a different character
  • returning character played by a different actress
  • legacy sequel
  • princess
  • police
  • policeman
  • silencer
  • restaurant
  • navel
  • king
  • father daughter relationship
  • desert
  • chopsticks
  • car accident
  • adulterous wife
  • bathroom
  • banana
  • binoculars
  • shootout
  • sword
  • paternity revealed
  • adultery
  • reference to allah
  • queen
  • hospital bed
  • jumping into water
  • illegitimate son
  • falling into a swimming pool
  • fake nose
  • fraternal twins
  • nervous twitch
  • boat
  • exploding boat
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Cast & crew

Son of the Pink Panther Cast

Herbert Lom leads the cast, with Claudia Cardinale and Robert Davi. Directed by Blake Edwards; 10 actors are credited in all.

From the director

More from Blake Edwards

More films directed by Blake Edwards, best-rated first: Victor Victoria, Breakfast at Tiffany's, Days of Wine and Roses and A Shot in the Dark.

Full filmography
Ratings

Son of the Pink Panther Reviews & Ratings

Critics gave Son of the Pink Panther 33 on Metacritic.

Plot

Son of the Pink Panther Plot Summary

What happens in Son of the Pink Panther from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 15 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 3-minute read.

Spoilers ahead

In the charming coastal town of Nice, an intricate and high-stakes abduction unfolds as mercenary Hans and his crew target Princess Yasmin of Lugash. This daring kidnapping takes place right under the noses of the authorities, all part of a menacing plan to force her father to abdicate. With sinister intentions, the plot aims to clear the path for her disgraced stepmother’s lover, a military general with dangerous connections to terrorist organizations from neighboring kingdoms, to ascend the throne. Enter Police Commissioner Dreyfus, who is charged with piecing together the mystery behind Yasmin’s sudden disappearance.

Full summary

The whole story of Son of the Pink Panther, scene by scene

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Box office

Son of the Pink Panther Box Office

Son of the Pink Panther grossed $2.4 million worldwide.

1993 box office

Worldwide gross

$2.4M

US & Canada
$2.4M
Videos

Son of the Pink Panther Trailers & Videos

The trailer of Son of the Pink Panther.

Son of the Pink Panther Trailer
Quiz

How Well Do You Know Son of the Pink Panther?

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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Who is the main character that is revealed to be the illegitimate son of Inspector Clouseau?

Cars

Cars in Son of the Pink Panther

10 cars on screen, including the 1966 Dodge Coronet and the 1993 Renault Clio 1.

All 10 cars
  • 1966 Dodge Coronet in Son of the Pink Panther 1966 Dodge Coronet Important role
  • 1993 Renault Clio 1 in Son of the Pink Panther 1993 Renault Clio 1 Important role
  • 1986 Renault Express in Son of the Pink Panther 1986 Renault Express Important role
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Details

Son of the Pink Panther Also Known As

26 alternative titles, including “O Filho da Pantera Cor-de-Rosa” and “Il figlio della pantera rosa”.

Also known as
  • O Filho da Pantera Cor-de-Rosa
  • Il figlio della pantera rosa
  • El hijo de la pantera rosa
  • Blake Edwards' Son of the Pink Panther
  • 顽皮警察
  • Сын Розовой пантеры
  • A rózsaszín párduc fia
  • Le Fils de la Panthère rose
  • Der Sohn des rosaroten Panthers
  • Syn Růžového Pantera
  • Den lyserøde panters søn
  • Ο Γιος Του Ροζ Πάνθηρα
+14 more
  • בנו של הפנתר הורוד
  • Син Пинк Пантера
  • Син Рожевої пантери
  • 핑크 팬더 8 - 핑크 팬더의 아들
  • ピンク・パンサーの息子
  • Rožinės panteros sūnus
  • Syn Różowej Pantery
  • Syn Ružového pantera
  • Pembe Panter’in Oğlu
  • El fill de la Pantera Rosa
  • Rosa Panterns son
  • มือปราบ พิ้งค์แพนเตอร์
  • Sin Pink Panthera
  • Синът на Розовата пантера

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FAQ

Son of the Pink Panther FAQ: Cast, Box Office & Runtime

Runtime, release date, director, cast, box office, ratings and post-credit scenes of Son of the Pink Panther, each answered in a sentence.

How long is Son of the Pink Panther?

Son of the Pink Panther runs 1 hour 33 minutes (93 minutes).

When was Son of the Pink Panther released?

Son of the Pink Panther was released on August 27, 1993.

Who directed Son of the Pink Panther?

Son of the Pink Panther was directed by Blake Edwards.

More films by Blake Edwards

Who is in the cast of Son of the Pink Panther?

Son of the Pink Panther stars Herbert Lom, Claudia Cardinale and Robert Davi, among 10 credited actors.

How much did Son of the Pink Panther make at the box office?

Son of the Pink Panther grossed $2.4 million worldwide.

How is Son of the Pink Panther rated?

Son of the Pink Panther has 33 on Metacritic and 46% on TMDB.

Does Son of the Pink Panther have a post-credit scene?

No. Son of the Pink Panther has no extra scene during or after the credits.

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