Cast
Spencer Tracy
as Richard Sumner
Katharine Hepburn
as Bunny Watson
Gig Young
as Mike Cutler
Joan Blondell
as Peg Costello
Dina Merrill
as Sylvia Blair
Sue Randall
as Ruthie Saylor
Neva Patterson
as Miss Warriner
Harry Ellerbe
as Smithers
Nicholas Joy
as Mr. Azae
Diane Jergens
as Alice
Merry Anders
as Cathy
Ida Moore
as Old Lady
Where to Watch
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Movie Facts
Release Year
1957
Runtime
1h 43m
Language
English
Rating
7 / 10
Production Companies
20th Century Fox
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch Desk Set?▼
Check the "Where to Watch" section above for current streaming platforms, rental options, and purchase links for Desk Set (1957).
What is Desk Set about?▼
A computer expert tries to prove his electronic brain can replace a television network's research staff.
Who directed Desk Set?▼
Desk Set was directed by Walter Lang and released in 1957. It is a comedy, romance film.
How long is Desk Set?▼
Desk Set has a runtime of 1 hours and 43 minutes (103 minutes total).
Who stars in Desk Set?▼
The cast of Desk Set includes Spencer Tracy as Richard Sumner, Katharine Hepburn as Bunny Watson, Gig Young as Mike Cutler, Joan Blondell as Peg Costello, Dina Merrill as Sylvia Blair and more.
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