The Bachelor and the Bobby-Soxer
GPTKB entity
Statements (343)
| Predicate | Object |
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| gptkbp:instance_of |
gptkb:musical_adaptation
gptkb:television_series gptkb:play gptkb:film |
| gptkbp:adapted_into |
gptkb:film
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| gptkbp:aspect_ratio |
1.37:1
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| gptkbp:audience |
Well-received by audiences.
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| gptkbp:awards |
gptkb:Academy_Award_for_Best_Original_Screenplay
gptkb:Academy_Award_for_Best_Original_Story gptkb:0 Nominated for several reality TV awards. |
| gptkbp:based_on |
gptkb:The_Bachelor_franchise
a story by John Patrick The Bachelor and the Bobby-Soxer (film) |
| gptkbp:box_office |
gptkb:Columbia_Pictures
$3.5 million $2 million $4.5 million $1 million |
| gptkbp:budget |
$1.5 million
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| gptkbp:cast |
gptkb:Eddie_Albert
gptkb:Janet_Blair gptkb:John_Raitt gptkb:Mildred_Natwick Various contestants and hosts. |
| gptkbp:character |
gptkb:Larry_Gilbert
gptkb:Mr._Turner gptkb:Dr._John_M._Turner gptkb:Dickie_Nugent gptkb:Judge_Margaret_Turner gptkb:Susan_Turner gptkb:Dr._William_Turner Bobby-Soxer |
| gptkbp:character_arc |
Susan's journey to maturity.
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| gptkbp:character_development |
Growth of Larry Gilbert.
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| gptkbp:character_relationships |
Complex dynamics between characters.
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| gptkbp:cinematography |
gptkb:Charles_Lang
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| gptkbp:cinematography_by |
gptkb:Charles_Lang
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| gptkbp:color |
Black and white
black and white black-and-white |
| gptkbp:composer |
gptkb:Richard_Rodgers
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| gptkbp:controversy |
Criticism over portrayal of relationships.
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| gptkbp:costume_design |
Jean Louis
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| gptkbp:country |
gptkb:United_States
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| gptkbp:created_by |
gptkb:ABC
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| gptkbp:critical_analysis |
Examined for its gender roles.
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| gptkbp:critical_reception |
Positive
positive generally positive mixed mixed reviews Positive reviews from critics. |
| gptkbp:crossover |
Crossover with other reality shows.
Occasional crossover with other reality shows. |
| gptkbp:cultural_impact |
influenced romantic comedies
Influenced romantic comedies inspired later romantic comedies Referenced in various pop culture works. inspired similar films Influenced romantic comedies. Influenced dating shows. Significant impact on dating norms. considered a classic of its genre. |
| gptkbp:cultural_references |
Referenced in various media.
Referenced in popular culture. Referenced in TV shows. |
| gptkbp:cultural_significance |
Reflects modern dating culture.
depicts post-war America Reflects post-war American values. |
| gptkbp:demographics |
Primarily young adults.
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| gptkbp:design |
gptkb:Robert_F._Boyle
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| gptkbp:directed_by |
Irving Reis
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| gptkbp:director |
gptkb:Frank_Tashlin
Irving Reis |
| gptkbp:distributor |
gptkb:Columbia_Pictures
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| gptkbp:edited_by |
gptkb:William_A._Ziegler
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| gptkbp:editing |
gptkb:Ellsworth_Hoagland
gptkb:William_A._Ziegler Alfredo James |
| gptkbp:executive_producer |
gptkb:Mike_Fleiss
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| gptkbp:famous_for |
Reality dating format
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| gptkbp:famous_quote |
" You can't be a bachelor and a Bobby-Soxer at the same time!"
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| gptkbp:fan_art |
Numerous theories about contestants.
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| gptkbp:fan_base |
Large and dedicated fan base.
Active online fan communities. |
| gptkbp:fan_events |
Live events and meet-ups.
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| gptkbp:features |
a young woman
a judge |
| gptkbp:film |
A judge forces a bachelor to date a teenage girl.
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| gptkbp:film_awards |
gptkb:None
1 Academy Award nomination Nominated for Academy Award for Best Original Story |
| gptkbp:film_debut |
gptkb:New_York_City
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| gptkbp:film_editing |
gptkb:William_A._Ziegler
1947 Irving Reis Alfredo James |
| gptkbp:film_festival |
gptkb:None
gptkb:New_York_Film_Festival gptkb:Academy_Awards premiered at the New York Film Festival. Screened at the 1948 Cannes Film Festival. |
| gptkbp:film_score |
gptkb:Sir_Frank_Skinner
gptkb:Morris_Stoloff |
| gptkbp:film_technique |
Use of comedic timing.
screwball comedy. |
| gptkbp:filming_location |
gptkb:Los_Angeles
gptkb:Hollywood,_California gptkb:Columbia_Studios Los Angeles, California. Hollywood. Various locations in the U. S. |
| gptkbp:finale_date |
March 2003
Dramatic conclusion to the season. |
| gptkbp:first_aired |
gptkb:2002
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| gptkbp:follows |
a love story
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| gptkbp:format |
Dating reality show.
Elimination-style dating. |
| gptkbp:genre |
gptkb:romantic_comedy
gptkb:Romance gptkb:musical_comedy gptkb:comedy romance |
| gptkbp:has_adaptation |
gptkb:television
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| gptkbp:has_cameo |
gptkb:Rudy_Vallee
gptkb:Shirley_Temple gptkb:Cary_Grant |
| gptkbp:historical_context |
Post-World War II America.
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| gptkbp:home_media_release |
gptkb:DVD
gptkb:Blu-ray gptkb:2004 DVD and Blu-ray. released on DVD. DVD release in 2004. |
| https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label |
The Bachelor and the Bobby-Soxer
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| gptkbp:influenced |
Future romantic comedies.
later romantic comedies. Romantic comedy genre. future romantic comedies Shirley Temple's career. |
| gptkbp:influenced_by |
gptkb:narrative_structure
gptkb:character_development gptkb:historical_context American culture Reality television cultural references misunderstandings plot twists social commentary audience engagement cinematic techniques social norms visual storytelling courtroom drama family dynamics romantic ideals character interactions emotional resonance happy ending love triangle cultural expectations romantic tension quirky characters thematic depth character archetypes comedy of errors Romantic comedies. character-driven narrative screwball comedy emotional arcs romantic misunderstandings dialogue-driven scenes Social media trends. light-hearted humor teenage romance emotional stakes romantic comedy tropes Celebrity culture. Cultural shifts in dating. Reality TV evolution. Previous dating shows. Cultural dating norms. light-hearted conflict The Bachelor and the Bobby-Soxer (play) The romantic comedy genre. 1940s romantic comedies. Cary Grant's comedic style. |
| gptkbp:influences |
gptkb:The_Graduate
romantic comedy genre inspired later romantic comedies. Cary Grant's career Shirley Temple's career |
| gptkbp:inspiration |
gptkb:romantic_comedy
Real-life events real-life events Real-life dating experiences. based on a story by Sidney Sheldon. The play ' The Bachelor and the Bobby-Soxer' by Sidney Sheldon |
| gptkbp:inspired |
The Bachelor and the Bobby-Soxer (musical adaptation)
|
| gptkbp:inspired_by |
Real-life events
real-life events |
| gptkbp:is_portrayed_as |
Bobby-Soxer.
Cary Grant's character. Dickie Nugent. Judge Margaret Turner. Mr. Nugent. Mr. Turner. Rudy Vallee's character. Shirley Temple's character. Susan Turner. Teenage Girl. |
| gptkbp:language |
English
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| gptkbp:last_aired |
gptkb:2003
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| gptkbp:latest_version |
Adaptations in other countries.
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| gptkbp:legacy |
Considered a classic romantic comedy.
Part of a long-running franchise. Classic romantic comedy classic romantic comedy Cary Grant's comedic roles. Part of classic film canon. |
| gptkbp:lyricist |
gptkb:Oscar_Hammerstein_II
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| gptkbp:makeup_artist |
gptkb:None
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| gptkbp:merchandise |
Spin-off products and media.
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| gptkbp:merchandising |
Clothing and accessories.
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| gptkbp:metacritic_score |
Mixed reviews from critics.
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| gptkbp:music |
gptkb:Frank_Loesser
gptkb:Sir_Frank_Skinner |
| gptkbp:music_by |
gptkb:Frank_Loesser
gptkb:Sir_Frank_Skinner |
| gptkbp:music_composer |
gptkb:Morris_Stoloff
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| gptkbp:network |
gptkb:ABC
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| gptkbp:notable_awards |
gptkb:Academy_Award_for_Best_Original_Screenplay
gptkb:Academy_Award_for_Best_Original_Story |
| gptkbp:notable_character |
the bachelor
the bobby-soxer |
| gptkbp:notable_contestants |
Several contestants gained fame.
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| gptkbp:notable_film |
The film has a cult following.
The film was a box office success. The film was well-received by critics. Shirley Temple was a child star. The film's title is a play on the term 'bobby-soxer'. The film explores themes of love and responsibility. Cary Grant was 43 years old during filming. Shirley Temple was 19 years old during filming. The film features a courtroom scene. The film is considered a classic romantic comedy. The film was released during the Christmas season. The film's humor is based on misunderstandings. |
| gptkbp:notable_guest |
Various contestants
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| gptkbp:notable_moment |
Memorable dates and eliminations.
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| gptkbp:notable_quote |
" You can't be a bachelor forever."
" You can't be a bachelor and a Bobby-Soxer at the same time!" " I don't want to be a bachelor anymore." " I think I'm in love with you." " This is a very serious matter." " You can't be too careful with your heart." " You're just a kid!" ' You can't be a bachelor and a Bobby-Soxer at the same time.' |
| gptkbp:notable_scene |
The courtroom scene.
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| gptkbp:notable_song |
gptkb:My_Funny_Valentine
gptkb:I_Wish_I_Were_in_Love_Again gptkb:The_Lady_is_a_Tramp |
| gptkbp:notable_themes |
gptkb:romantic_comedy
age difference |
| gptkbp:number_of_acts |
2
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| gptkbp:number_of_episodes |
gptkb:10
Approximately 60 minutes. |
| gptkbp:number_of_seasons |
gptkb:1
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| gptkbp:original_language |
English
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| gptkbp:parody |
Parodied in various media.
|
| gptkbp:performed_at |
gptkb:Broadway
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| gptkbp:plot |
A bachelor is forced to take care of a young girl after she develops a crush on him.
A young girl falls in love with a man who is much older than her. |
| gptkbp:premiere |
gptkb:New_York_City
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| gptkbp:premiered_on |
gptkb:1954
1947 January 2002 |
| gptkbp:premise |
A bachelor dates multiple women to find a potential wife.
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| gptkbp:produced_by |
gptkb:Columbia_Pictures
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| gptkbp:production_company |
gptkb:Columbia_Pictures
gptkb:Next_Entertainment Columbia Pictures. |
| gptkbp:published_by |
gptkb:Random_House
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| gptkbp:related_show |
The Bachelor, The Bachelorette.
|
| gptkbp:related_to |
gptkb:The_Bachelorette
|
| gptkbp:release_country |
gptkb:United_States
United States. |
| gptkbp:release_date |
gptkb:December
1947 December 25, 1947 1947-12-25 |
| gptkbp:release_format |
theatrical
theatrical release Theatrical release |
| gptkbp:release_region |
gptkb:United_States
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| gptkbp:release_year |
gptkb:2010
1947 |
| gptkbp:released |
1947
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| gptkbp:remake |
gptkb:None
The Bachelor and the Bobby-Soxer (TV series) No major remakes. The Bachelor and the Bobby-Soxer (2010 TV movie) |
| gptkbp:remastered |
Yes.
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| gptkbp:restoration |
restored in 2010
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| gptkbp:reunion |
Occasional reunion episodes.
|
| gptkbp:runtime |
95 minutes
|
| gptkbp:screenplay |
gptkb:Sidney_Sheldon
|
| gptkbp:screenplay_by |
gptkb:Sidney_Sheldon
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| gptkbp:sequel |
gptkb:None
|
| gptkbp:set_in |
gptkb:New_York_City
|
| gptkbp:setting |
gptkb:New_York_City
New York City. |
| gptkbp:social_media_presence |
Active on social media platforms.
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| gptkbp:soundtrack |
gptkb:The_Bachelor_and_the_Bobby-Soxer_Soundtrack
Available. Original score by Frank Loesser Original score by Frank Loesser. |
| gptkbp:spin_off |
gptkb:The_Bachelor
|
| gptkbp:sponsorship |
Various brand partnerships.
|
| gptkbp:starring |
gptkb:Rudy_Vallee
gptkb:Ruth_Warrick gptkb:Shirley_Temple gptkb:Cary_Grant |
| gptkbp:style |
light-hearted
|
| gptkbp:symbolism |
Represents youthful love.
|
| gptkbp:target_audience |
Young adults.
|
| gptkbp:theater |
gptkb:Broadway
|
| gptkbp:theme |
age difference in relationships
Love and age difference age difference in relationships. Age difference in relationships. |
| gptkbp:themes |
gptkb:romantic_comedy
|
| gptkbp:viewership |
High ratings during airing.
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| gptkbp:viewing_platform |
Available on streaming services.
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| gptkbp:visual_effects |
gptkb:None
|
| gptkbp:voice_acting |
gptkb:Columbia_Pictures
|
| gptkbp:won_award |
gptkb:1
1 Academy Award |
| gptkbp:writer |
gptkb:Sidney_Sheldon
|
| gptkbp:written_by |
gptkb:Sidney_Sheldon
|
| gptkbp:bfsParent |
gptkb:Shirley_Temple
|
| gptkbp:bfsLayer |
3
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