A roguish poet is given the run of the scheming Wazir's harem while pretending to help him usurp the young caliph.
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Title: Kismet (1955)
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| Complete credited cast: | |||
| Howard Keel | ... | Poet | |
| Ann Blyth | ... | Marsinah | |
| Dolores Gray | ... | Lalume | |
| Vic Damone | ... | Caliph | |
| Monty Woolley | ... | Omar | |
| Sebastian Cabot | ... | Wazir | |
| Jay C. Flippen | ... | Jawan | |
| Mike Mazurki | ... | Chief Policeman | |
| Jack Elam | ... | Hasan-Ben | |
| Ted de Corsia | ... | Police Sub-altern | |
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Like a tale spun by Scheherazade, Kismet follows the remarkable and repeated changes of fortune that engulf a poor poet. It all happens in one incredible day when Kismet (Fate) takes a hand. Written by Betty Frayne
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(uncredited)
Music by Aleksandr Borodin
Music Adapted by Bob Wright (as Robert Wright) and Chet Forrest (as George Forrest)
Lyrics by Bob Wright (as Robert Wright) and Chet Forrest (as George Forrest)
Sung by Howard Keel
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The dance number "Zubbediya, Samaris' Dance" appears in the final scene, immediately before the presentation of the three Princesses of Ababu. See more »Goofs
Prior to the start of "Not Since Nineveh", Dolores Gray takes the gold purse from the Wazir to throw coins. When she's finished, she tosses it back to Sebastian Cabot which the actor fumbles and drops at his feet. During the song, the bag disappears and reappears at times and ends up behind his feet. It finally disappears by the end of the dance. See more »Quotes
Chief Policeman: [the Poet has just been sentenced by the Wazir, and the Chief Policeman enters to find him and Lalume, the Wazir's wife, kissing] What kind of a sentence did he get?See more »
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Sands of Time(uncredited)
Music by Aleksandr Borodin
Music Adapted by Bob Wright (as Robert Wright) and Chet Forrest (as George Forrest)
Lyrics by Bob Wright (as Robert Wright) and Chet Forrest (as George Forrest)
Sung by Howard Keel
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23 December 1955 (USA) See more »Also Known As:
Kismet See more »Filming Locations:
Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer Studios - 10202 W. Washington Blvd., Culver City, California, USAEdit
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$2,692,960 (estimated)Company Credits
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If you want a classic movie that is exotic, romantic and even hypnotic, Kismet fits the bill. Set in ancient Baghdad, Kismet gives us a much different perspective than we have today (even if it is a movie set). First and foremost, it gives us that classic duet, 'Stranger in Paradise.' Second, it stars Howard Keel. Third, the romanticized Arabesque cinematography is superb. A 50's-style romantic 'Arabian Nights' setting sets the stage for a comedic/dramatic romance/love story in the tradition of ancient fable akin to Alladin and the Magic Lamp. Even the fact that almost everyone in the movie is a white person painted dark gives it a bygone sentimental appeal. I wish this movie were more available, particularly on DVD. It represents Howard Keel at his best in a role that is a departure from his usual venue.