The Man Who Came To Dinner by George S. Kaufman, Moss Hart
The play centers around a cantankerous radio personality who slips on ice and injures himself outside a prominent family's home, leading to an extended and unwelcome stay. During his convalescence, he takes over the household with his eccentric behavior, demanding nature, and barrage of quirky guests, turning his hosts' lives upside down. As he interferes in the family's personal affairs and meddles with the love life of his secretary, the comedy unfolds through a series of farcical situations, witty dialogue, and a parade of outlandish characters, ultimately leading to a resolution where the true nature of friendship and the impact of his overbearing personality are revealed.
The 16726th greatest book of all time
- Published
- 1939
- Nationality
- American
- Length
- Very Short
- Pages
- 88
- Original Language
- English
- Avg User Rating
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(3.0)
- Alternate Titles
- None
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- 74th on The 101 GREATEST PLAYS of the Past 100 Years (1920-2020) (Broadway World)