Arrivederci, Baby! 1966
"From proposal to disposal he's a ladykiller to reckon with."
Ken Hughes' 1966 dark comedy *Arrivederci, Baby!* delivers a deliciously twisted blend of crime and laughs as Tony Curtis stars as Nick Johnson, a serial husband with a suspicious taste for quick remarriages.
Director: Ken Hughes
Cast
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Arrivederci, Baby! (1966) about?
Tony Curtis plays Nick Johnson, a man with a pattern: marry a wealthy woman, then make her 'accidentally' disappear. But when he targets a quick-witted Italian widow, she turns the game around, turning his own schemes into a hilarious and high-stakes battle of wits.
Who directed Arrivederci, Baby!?
The film was directed by Ken Hughes, a British filmmaker known for blending sharp comedy with crime thrillers in the 1960s.
Who stars in Arrivederci, Baby!?
The cast includes Tony Curtis as the scheming Nick Johnson, Rosanna Schiaffino as his clever target, alongside Lionel Jeffries, Zsa Zsa Gabor, and Fenella Fielding.
Is Arrivederci, Baby! (1966) worth watching?
If you love dark comedies with twisty plots and charismatic performances, *Arrivederci, Baby!* is a gem. Tony Curtis shines with his signature wit and charm, and the film's playful yet sinister tone makes it a standout in the genre—not to mention the stylish Italian setting.
How long is Arrivederci, Baby!?
The runtime of *Arrivederci, Baby!* is 100 minutes.
About Arrivederci, Baby! (1966) — A Dark Comedy of Marital Mischief and Twisted Fate
Ken Hughes' 1966 dark comedy *Arrivederci, Baby!* delivers a deliciously twisted blend of crime and laughs as Tony Curtis stars as Nick Johnson, a serial husband with a suspicious taste for quick remarriages. Fresh off multiple marriages to wealthy wives who meet untimely ends, Nick sets his sights on a charming Italian widow—only to discover she's sharper than the knife in his plan. With a sharp wit and even sharper twists, the film drips with playful deception, marital mayhem, and a dash of Mediterranean flair. Curtis balances charm and menace, while Rosanna Schiaffino brings fiery intelligence to the role of the woman who refuses to play victim, turning the tables with style.
Set against the sun-soaked backdrop of Italy, the movie blends breezy comedy with murderous intent, crafting a tone that's both lighthearted and deliciously dangerous. The glamorous supporting cast—including Zsa Zsa Gabor, Lionel Jeffries, and Fenella Fielding—adds layers of wit and chaos, making *Arrivederci, Baby! (1966)* a must-watch for fans of stylish, plot-twisting crime comedies.