The Gentleman From Seventh Avenue (Playhouse 90)

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"The Gentleman From Seventh Avenue"
Playhouse 90 episode
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Episode no.Season 2
Episode 21
Directed byAllen Reisner
Written byElick Moll
Cinematography by Joseph F. Biroc
Original air dateJanuary 30, 1958 (1958-01-30)
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"The Gentleman From Seventh Avenue" was an American television play broadcast on January 30, 1958, as part of the second season of the CBS television series Playhouse 90 . Elick Moll wrote the teleplay, Allen Reisner directed, Martin Manulis was the producer, and Albert Heschong was the art director. Walter Slezak, Patricia Neal, and Sylvia Sidney starred. [1] [2]

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Plot

A dress manufacturer, Mr. Golden, discovers his attractive designer in tears and takes her to dinner where he learns that she has fallen for the company's playboy salesman. Mr. Golden's paternal actions are misinterpreted by his wife and others.

Cast

The following performers received screen credit for their performances:

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References

  1. "Playhouse 90, Season 2". Classic TV Archive. Retrieved February 26, 2021.
  2. "Walter Slezak, Robt. Alda Pat Neal in 'Playhouse 90'". The Victoria Advocate. January 26, 1958. p. 3 via Newspapers.com.