A Shot in the Dark, a film which was not originally intended to feature Clouseau, is the first of two films in the series (the other being Inspector Clouseau) that features neither the diamond nor the distinctive animated Pink Panther character in the opening credits and ending. $82.23M. More of a crime thriller than a comedy film. Director: $35.92M. This film introduced many of the most famous elements of The Pink Panther film series such as the karate fights with Cato and Clouseau’s disgruntled boss Commissioner Dreyfus. The "Pink Panther" of the title is a diamond supposedly containing a flaw that forms the image of a "leaping panther" which can be seen if held up to the light in a certain way. As detailed in the director's commentary for the first film, the Inspector Clouseau character was originally conceived as a vehicle for David Niven, but once written it was decided he should play the raconteur/thief. 27,788 In this film, Inspector Jacques Clouseau is assigned to solve the murder of a famous football coach and the theft of the famous Pink Panther diamond. The costume party with the gorilla outfits and Clouseau dressed as a knight is perhaps the finest moment. | Peter Sellers, $4.49M. Portions of an instrumental version also appear in the film's musical score several times. This film should not have been made. Although intended to relaunch the series with the bumbling Jacques as a lead, Son failed critically and commercially and became the final installment in the original Pink Panther series. Insp. [2] Due to hostility between Sellers and Blake Edwards, Edwards would not have directed the film. This film marked the first appearance of many of the tropes and supporting characters long associated with the series, including Commissioner Dreyfus (portrayed by Herbert Lom), his assistant François (portrayed by André Maranne), and Clouseau's manservant, Cato (portrayed by Burt Kwouk). A list of 11 films compiled on Letterboxd, including The Pink Panther (1963), A Shot in the Dark (1964), Inspector Clouseau (1968), The Return of the Pink Panther (1975) and The Pink Panther Strikes Again (1976). Richard Mulligan, Votes: The animated Pink Panther character also appeared in a short animated segment on the educational TV series Sesame Street, demonstrating his karate skills to carve the letter K out of a block of stone, only for it to crumble quickly afterwards. Bumbling Inspector Clouseau must solve the murder of a famous soccer coach and find out who stole the infamous Pink Panther diamond. Stars: Then the role was offered to Peter Ustinov, with Ava Gardnerto play his wife. One of the greatest comedy films of all time. David Niven, G Comedy, Crime, Romance. Peter Sellers, | 48,216 About this list: I know I can go to Wikipedia to see a chronological list of The Pink Panther films, but I like making lists. It is also the first Pink Panther film to be released since Son of the Pink Panther released in 1993. Inspector Jacques Clouseau investigates the murder of Mr. Benjamin Ballon's driver at a country estate. | Although it was produced by the Mirisch Corporation (who owned the rights to the character), key people associated with the earlier films, such as Peter Sellers, Blake Edwards, and Henry Mancini, were not involved in the making of this film. 93 min Catherine Schell, Despite speculation, Alan Arkin does not appear in Trail of the Pink Panther. | On March 31, 2014, Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer announced plans to develop a new live action/CGI hybrid feature film starring The Pink Panther, which was to be directed by David Silverman (of Simpsons fame) and produced by Walter Mirisch and Julie Andrews (who, in addition to her many career accomplishments, is Blake Edwards' widow). PG This movie was intended as a tribute to Sellers, but after its release, Sellers' widow Lynne Frederick successfully sued Edwards and Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer for tarnishing her late husband's memory. Comedy, Crime, Mystery. The role of Clouseau was originated by, and is most closely associated with, Peter Sellers. This reboot launches a new series starring Steve Martin as Inspector Clouseau and Kevin Kline as Chief Inspector Dreyfus. Capucine, Votes: Comedy, Crime. Comedy, Crime, Mystery. Emily Mortimer, Shawn Levy Comedy, Mystery. Alan Arkin, It contains all 6 Peter Sellers Panther films: The Pink Panther A Shot in the Dark Return of the Pink Panther Revenge of the Pink Panther Trail of the Pink Panther (a clip show) Although the box are only lists commentary on the first film, ALL SIX films have commentary. Peter Sellers's performance was so popular that the resulting series was built on the Clouseau character, rather than the Phantom character. Herbert Lom, Votes: Comedy, Crime, Mystery. PG Niven's and Sellers's co-stars included Capucine, Robert Wagner, and Claudia Cardinale. Jean Reno, Director: This film received negative reviews and was also not as successful at the box office as its predecessor. Enter your location to see which movie theaters are playing The Pink Panther near you. Clifton Sleigh, portrayed by Ted Wass. | Gross: It co-starred Leonard Rossiter, Lesley-Anne Down and Colin Blakely, and featured a cameo by Omar Sharif. Joanna Lumley, Votes: The Pink Panther series is one of the most enduring comedy franchises, beginning with the 1963 hit The Pink Panther, a film about an infamous jewel thief, his … 81,226 The collection contains six 'Pink Panther' movies, from 'The Pink Panther' to 'Trail of the Pink Panther.' 115 min 92 min Martin also stars in the sequel, The Pink Panther 2, released in 2009. Movies. The character was featured in the opening of every Clouseau film except A Shot in the Dark and Inspector Clouseau. 103 min [1] The cartoon series gained its highest profile on television, aired on Saturday mornings as The Pink Panther Show. Peter Sellers puts on more disguises than any other film. Apparently, the tone changed when Edwards picked up Sellers from the airport and during the ride to the hotel they bonded over old comedians like Harold Lloyd and Buster Keaton. Burt Kwouk, Votes: Blake Edwards In The Pink Panther Strikes Again (1976), Dreyfus' insanity reached its zenith, as he tried to blackmail the rest of the world into killing Clouseau. | | Gross: This is explained at the beginning of the first film, and the camera zooms in on the diamond to reveal the blurry flaw, which focuses into the cartoon Panther (though not actually leaping) to start the opening credits sequence. Once news of his "death" has been announced, Clouseau tries to take advantage of it and goes undercover with Cato to find out who tried to kill him. | Best moments: Clouseau flying in the air about the cathedral in his quasimodo outfit and the world’s greatest assassins trying to kill Clouseau at the Oktoberfest. Peter Sellers, There was also a short-lived animated series called Pink Panther and Pals (2010) which is aimed at younger children. Although official, the live-action film Inspector Clouseau (1968) starring Alan Arkin, is generally not considered by fans to be part of the series canon, since it involved neither Sellers nor Edwards. Everything about it is inferior to the first film – the story, acting and humour. Elke Sommer, The second half is not quite as good – too outrageous and not as funny. | Gross: David Niven, Peter Sellers, The jazz-based theme music was composed by Henry Mancini. The franchise just couldn’t survive without Peter Sellers. The scenes with Christopher Plummer are a little dull though. | It is the last in which Sellers played Clouseau. Nevertheless it’s very entertaining and there’s a great cast with David Niven and Robert Wagner. It co-starred Robert Webber, Dyan Cannon, Tony Beckley and Robert Loggia. PG Herbert Lom, | 42,273 A Shot in the Dark (1964) was released less than a year after The Pink Panther, and was the first to feature the Clouseau character as the protagonist of the film, investigating a murder. Ironically, this was the last Pink Panther movie Peter Sellers made before his death in 1980. Directed by Blake Edwards. This is a review for the Bluray Pink Panther Collection. In 2014, MGM announced (see above) that it was planning an animation / live-action hybrid film reboot of the franchise,[8] to be directed by David Silverman and produced by Walter Mirisch and Julie Andrews. | "MGM To Make New Live-Action/CG 'Pink Panther' Movie", It Had Better Be Tonight (Meglio Stasera), https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=The_Pink_Panther&oldid=996703966, Articles needing additional references from December 2020, All articles needing additional references, Articles with unsourced statements from January 2018, Articles to be expanded from September 2016, Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike License, Harvey Korman (previously unseen footage), Frank Waldman & Tom Waldman & Blake Edwards & Geoffrey Edwards, Blake Edwards & Madeline Sunshine & Steve Sunshine, Ted Wass (as Sergeant Sleigh, an American bumbling detective), Roberto Benigni (as Officer Gambrelli, Clouseau's illegitimate son), This page was last edited on 28 December 2020, at 04:45. | New episodes of The Pink Panther (1993) will be uploaded every Monday, Thursday, and Saturday! Strikes Again, in my opinion, is the funniest of the Pink Panther movies when it comes to one-liners and gut-busters. By the autumn of 1969, the shorts were being broadcast on NBC[7] during Saturday mornings on The Pink Panther Show; after 1969, new shorts were produced for both television broadcast and theatrical release. Ensuing after the events of Clouseau's disappearance, his bosses at the Surete put a computer into service to elect a new shrewd detective, Sleigh, who turns up just as inept as Clouseau. Barry Foster. "Pink Panther" redirects here. Blake Edwards The phrase was used for all the subsequent films in the series, even when the jewel did not figure in the plot. | Gross: There is more fun with botched assassination attempts on Clouseau and a lot of humour is created from Dreyfus thinking Clouseau is dead. There’s lots of over-the-top slapstick comedy. 99 min The Pink Panther movies have a long and convoluted history. Blake Edwards In the original film, released in 1963, the main focus was on David Niven's role as Sir Charles Litton, the infamous jewel thief nicknamed "the Phantom," and his plan to steal the Pink Panther. The murder-mystery story is interesting and there is plenty of humour. [citation needed] Shortly afterwards, it was suggested that Dudley Moore should play Clouseau, but Blake Edwards chose to introduce a new character in the series to replace Clouseau. | $33.83M. Steve Martin, ENTER CITY, STATE OR ZIP CODE GO. The diamond reappears in several later films in the series, The Return of the Pink Panther, Trail of the Pink Panther, and Curse of the Pink Panther. Blake Edwards | Blake Edwards The closing act in Hong Kong is somewhat weaker than the rest of the film and is essentially just a long chase. 113 min | Action, Adventure, Comedy. With good reason: Gambrelli is Clouseau's son. PG The popularity of Clouseau caused him to become the main character in subsequent Pink Panther films, which were more straightforward slapstick comedies. Stars: Also sign me up for FanMail to get updates on all things movies: tickets, special offers, screenings + more. Most of the films were written and directed by Blake Edwards, with … Director: George Sanders, Although intended to spawn a new series of misadventures for Sergeant Sleigh, the film's dismal box-office performance and critical drubbing, along with a series of back-and-forth suing between MGM and Edwards, led to a decade-long hiatus of the series. Most of the films in the series starred Peter Sellers as Inspector Clouseau and were directed and co-written by Blake Edwards. PG The first film in the series derives its name from the eponymous pink diamond that has an enormous size and value. | Look out for Jason Statham and Beyonce! 109 min $41.83M. The Inspector is convinced that 'The Phantom' has returned and utilises all of his resources - himself and his oriental manservant - to reveal the true identity of 'The Phantom'. Cato and Clouseau have a love-hate relationship, with their fights being long and vicious, as well as destructive to the furniture, and always interrupted by the telephone ringing, at which point they will become civil again. [3] Two drafts were written before Sellers' death, each with different endings. This film introduced many of the most famous elements of The Pink Panther film series such as the karate fights with Cato and Clouseau’s disgruntled boss Commissioner Dreyfus. Comedy, Crime. It’s not only Alan Arkin’s fault though as the writing is dreadful and simply not funny at all. Inspector Clouseau was only a secondary character as Litton's incompetent antagonist and provided slapstick to an otherwise subtle, lighthearted caper film, a somewhat jarring contrast of styles which is typical of Edwards's films. This is absurd since the Pink Panther was never in Cortina at all. With David Niven, Peter Sellers, Robert Wagner, Capucine. Jacques Clouseau teams up with a squad of International detectives who are just as bumbling as he is. Stars: The film also co-starred Catherine Schell, Peter Arne, and Graham Stark. [4] However on November 19, 2020, a CGI animated / live-action hybrid Pink Panther film was officially announced with Jeff Fowler directing the feature replacing Silverman and Chris Bremner developing the script and the film will still be produced by Julie Andrews and Walter Mirisch and his son Lawrence Mirisch. The basic plot was to involve Inspector Clouseau becoming smitten with a cat burglar called "the Frog", played by Pamela Stephenson. The franchise began with the release of the classic Pink Panther film in 1963. In addition, the newer Amazon case indicates that the image in the diamond is that of a … The Pink Panther is a 1963 American comedy film directed by Blake Edwards and distributed by United Artists. 5,520 Married for six months in her early twenties, she never remarried. The phrase reappears in the title of the fourth film The Return of the Pink Panther, in which the theft of the diamond is again the centre of the plot. PG It also co-starred Elke Sommer, George Sanders, Graham Stark, Tracy Reed and Douglas Wilmer. Many critics, including Leonard Maltin, regard this film as the best in the series. Jean Reno, PG Bumbling Inspector Clouseau must solve the murder of a famous soccer coach and find out who stole the infamous Pink Panther diamond. Tell us what you think about this feature. Martin reprises his role, but John Cleese replaces Kevin Kline as Chief Inspector Dreyfus. Director: Menu. Charles Dreyfus (Herbert Lom), who has finally cracked over Inspector Jacques Clouseau's (Peter Sellers') antics, escapes from a mental institution and launches an elaborate plan to get rid of Clouseau once and for all. (This is also done in Return.) She attended school in France and received a BA degree in foreign languages. | It is set in the present day and introduces different main characters, therefore belonging to a different continuity. Stars: Peter Sellers, 93 min The second half with Joanna Lumley interviewing characters like Sir Charles Lytton and Hercule LaJoy from previous films makes for a nice tribute to Peter Sellers and his amazing portrayal of Inspector Clouseau. Comedy, Crime, Mystery. Sellers' role is created by using scenes cut from Strikes Again, as well as flashbacks from the previous Pink Panther films. Comedy, Crime, Mystery. The Pink Panther (1963), the original film of the series, centered on the Phantom/Sir Charles Lytton, portrayed by David Niven. Though Steve Martin is game, the particulars of the Inspector Clouseau character elude him in this middling update. | A number of sister series also joined the Pink Panther character on movie screens and on the airwaves, including The Inspector, featuring a comical French police officer based on the Jacques Clouseau character. When Gardner dropped out, so did Ustinov, so the role went to Sellers. It’s a pity that the outtakes from Return of the Pink Panther couldn’t be used. Lesley-Anne Down, There are a few funny moments and Roger Moore’s appearance is great fun but overall the movie is not particularly entertaining. Stars: A string of robberies has occurred in Britain and it's up to Inspector Clouseau to catch the criminal. Some elements of Arkin's performance and costuming, however, were retained when Peter Sellers resumed the role of Clouseau for Return in 1975. This is a review for the Bluray Pink Panther Collection. | A most dreadful script. | Release Calendar DVD & Blu-ray Releases Top Rated Movies Most Popular Movies Browse Movies by Genre Top Box Office Showtimes & Tickets Showtimes & Tickets In Theaters Coming Soon Coming Soon Movie News India Movie Spotlight. The murder-mystery story is interesting and there is plenty of humour. Not a remake of the original film, it forms a new starting point for a contemporary series, introducing the Clouseau and Dreyfus characters along with the famous diamond to a new generation. Peter Sellers is … The famed inept French police officer, Inspector Jacques Clouseau, got a makeover in the reboot movie of The Pink Panther.The character became a hit after the original 1963 comedy movie and the following film in 1976, and many fans fondly recall the franchise's suave and alluring animated pink panther mascot. The bumbling Inspector Clouseau travels to Rome to catch a notorious jewel thief known as "The Phantom" before he conducts his most daring heist yet: a princess' priceless diamond with one slight imperfection, known as "The Pink Panther". Roberto Benigni, The jewel ultimately appeared in six of the 11 films. | | Inspector Clouseau and the Pink Panther diamond, both of which had disappeared in Trail, are pursued by Sleigh. Charles Dreyfus encounters Jacques Gambrelli, who reminds him painfully of Inspector Clouseau, the man who drove him insane. The 1968 film Inspector Clouseau stars Alan Arkin as Clouseau, and does not feature any other recurring characters from the rest of the series. This was the first (and to date only) time a studio's first work won an Oscar.[6]. Herbert Lom, Votes: David Niven did not reprise the role of Sir Charles Lytton; Lytton is portrayed by Christopher Plummer. Shabana Azmi, Votes: Stars: | Gross: Other segments include "Shades of Sennett", a "honky-tonk" piano number introducing the film's climactic chase scene through the streets of Rome. Overall it is very entertaining and quite amusing with an interesting story. Steve Martin puts in a good attempt but is nowhere near the quality of Peter Sellers’ portrayal. Romance of the Pink Panther was to be the sixth film in the franchise, to be written by Peter Sellers. 25,000 It’s great to see Herbert Lom play a more prominent role. Revenge of the Pink Panther (1978) pitted Clouseau against the French Connection. See titles to watch instantly, titles you haven't rated, etc. This character, designed by Hawley Pratt and Friz Freleng, was subsequently the subject of his own series of theatrical cartoons, beginning with The Pink Phink in 1964. $12.37M. | Director: Unlike most previous films, this film will not be focused on Inspector Clouseau, but instead on the titular cartoon character himself. | The film was panned by most critics, but was a financial success, grossing $164.1 million on an $80 million budget. Adventure, Comedy, Crime. Inspector Jacque Clouseau (Peter Sellers) is put on the case when the Pink Panther diamond is stolen, with the Phantom's trademark glove the only clue. The name "the Pink Panther" became attached to Inspector Clouseau in much the same way that Frankenstein has been used in film titles to refer to Dr. Frankenstein's creation, or The Thin Man was used in a series of detective films. Capucine, Actress: The Pink Panther. Robert Wagner, Herbert Lom, Most of the films were written and directed by Blake Edwards, with theme music composed by Henry Mancini. The story is refreshingly different and the first half of the film is hilarious. The film will still focus on the actual Pink Panther animated character and Inspector Clouseau.[5]. It’s great to see all the significant characters like Dreyfus, Cato, Francois and Sir Charles Lytton involved but they are not given big enough roles. This film clearly proves it. Features the most glamorous locations in the series – Gstaad and Nice. Films: 7 Cato Fong is Clouseau's Chinese manservant, trained to attack him regularly to keep him alert and skilled in martial arts. The lawsuit was eventually settled out of court in 1988, around the time Edwards came up with one final film idea that would ultimately become the unofficial series finale. | $9.06M. Peter Sellers is at his best. He died two years after its release. | The film that launched the second Pink Panther series, The Pink Panther, starring Steve Martin as Clouseau, directed by Shawn Levy and produced by Robert Simonds, was released in February 2006 by Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer, and was co-produced with Columbia Pictures. There is only one Inspector Clouseau. When Gardner dropped out, so did Ustinov, so the role went to Sellers. | Gross: Blake Edwards It’s a decent attempt at a reboot with some creativity and some nice little references to the original film series like Clouseau spinning the globe. Peter Sellers, 25,794 To prove that he still is strong and powerful, Philippe Douvier decides to kill Clouseau. Traditionally mute, the Pink Panther was given the voice of actor Matt Frewer for a 1993-1996 animated TV series. Then the role was offered to Peter Ustinov, with Ava Gardner to play his wife. The film stars David Niven, Peter Sellers, Robert Wagner, That famous jewel, The Pink Panther, has once again been stolen and Inspector Clouseau is called in to catch the thief. With Steve Martin, Kevin Kline, Jean Reno, Emily Mortimer. Approved The diamond is called the "Pink Panther" because the flaw at its centre, when viewed closely, is said to resemble a leaping pink panther. Stars: | Gross: | The main character is a clumsy inspector named Jacques Clouseau who is played by Peter Sellers in the official Pink Panther films. The series began with the release of 1963’s The Pink Panther (1963). Trail was a critical and commercial failure. G James Bond Movies from best to worst (by a true fan), Friday The 13th Movies (From Best to Worst), The Pink Panther Films (From Best To Worst), Elvis Presley's Films (From Best to Worst). The films in the opening of every Clouseau film except a Shot the... 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