Movie

Ninotchka (1960)

• April 20, 1960
• 1h 30m

• Comedy

Overview

A no-nonsense diplomat of the Soviet Union, Nina Ivanovna Ninotchka Yakushova arrives in Paris to ensure the sale of jewels seized during the Russian Revolution. Meanwhile, carefree bachelor Count Leon d'Algout attempts to intercept the valuables on behalf of their former owner, the Grand Duchess Swana. Despite their conflicting allegiances, the icy Ninotchka soon warms to Leon's charms, reluctantly going against her better judgment. A 1960 American television remake of the 1939 Greta Garbo film Ninotchka.

Director

Tom Donovan

Writers

Melchior Lengyel

Starring

Maria Schell, Gig Young, Zsa Zsa Gabor