How to Succeed in Love (1962)

Plot Summary

Bernard, a young, serious publisher of religious books, finds himself embroiled in amusing and eventful adventures with Sophie, a wacky twist dancer. Having lost his own situation, he joins Editions du Soleil thanks to his friend Marcel's manuscript "Comment réussir en amour". Freed of his shyness, he succeeds brilliantly in his career; and having put to good use the teachings of the manuscript, Bernard ends up marrying Sophie. But he soon finds himself confronted by the impetuous young woman's fantasies.

Full Cast & Characters

Dany Saval

Sophie Rondeau

Jean Poiret

Bernard Monod

Jacqueline Maillan

Edmée Rondeau

Jacques Charon

Director of Editions du Soleil

Hélène Duc

Wife of the director of Editions du Soleil

Maurice Chevit

Agent

Dominique Davray

Joséphine

Claude Piéplu

Dance teacher

Noël Roquevert

Director of Editions Saint-Vincent-de-Paul

Roger Pierre

Marcel

Michel Serrault

Commissioner

Eddy Mitchell

Eddy Mitchell (uncredited)

Director & Crew

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