Jack Lemmon: America's Everyman | The Hollywood Collection
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- Narrated on-camera by Jack Lemmon, this profile includes interviews with Lemmon’s son, the actor Chris Lemmon. Clips from some of Lemmon’s major films as well as archival footage add to this portrait of one of our most illustrious and productive stars.
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John Uhler “Jack” Lemmon III, was born on February 8, 1925. An only child, he was raised in Boston, Massachusetts, and was that rarity among Hollywood stars, a man with affectionate memories of his parents. Graduating from Harvard, Jack headed for New York City to become a professional actor. A job playing piano to silent movies gave him the chance to study comics like Keaton and Chaplin up close. His first acting was on soap opera and live TV drama. But it was his appearance in a Broadway revival of Room Service that led to a co-starring role with Judy Holliday in his first movie, It Should Happen To You (1954). However, Jack had no intention of “going Hollywood” and he adamantly refused to change his name. His unmistakable intellect and his boyish but average looks played against him becoming a romantic leading man.
But his live TV and comedy training gave him the perfect timing, the precise emotional balance and the total believability that showed in films as diverse as Mister Roberts (1955), Some Like It Hot (1959), The Apartment (1960), Days of Wine and Roses (1962), and The Odd Couple (1968). In his later films, Save the Tiger (1973), The China Syndrome (1979), and Glengarry Glenn Ross (1992), Jack exposed some of the darker side of the American Way of Life. Jack Lemmon made over sixty films and received numerous awards, including eight Academy Award Nominations and two Oscars.
Later in life, his achievement was enriched by new challenges in which he exposed the vulnerability and emotion of the later years as few had dared. He reveled in his ongoing screen partnerships with directors like Billy Wilder and stars like Walter Matthau. Also appearing are such legends as Jack’s life-long friend, the writer and director Billy Wilder, writer-director Garson Kanin, drama teacher Uta Hagen, and actor Gregory Peck. Actors Charles Durning, Maureen Stapleton, Betty Garrett, and Kevin Spacey, writer Neil Simon, director Delbert Mann, and other Hollywood luminaries help complete the profile. Clips from some of Lemmon’s major films as well as archival footage add to this portrait of one of our most illustrious and productive stars.
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He died 20 years ago today. I can't believe he has been gone that long. He was such a wonderful actor and really loved his craft. You would not see him giving back an award! He loved acting. You could see it in every performance. He could do drama! Watch him in JFK! Save The Tiger! Fire Down Below! Save The Tiger! Glengarry Glen Ross where he gives a heartbreaking performance. He was good at comedy! Anybody who has seen his films know this! Mr. Lemmon we will never see your like again and we are the poorer for it. Thank you for the pleasure of your company and for all those films you left behind.
Jack Lemmon is so good, when you watch him on screen, you don't think he's just an actor, but an everyday man you can relate too.
*...can relate to.
For sure❤
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We all know Jack was a fine actor but even without meeting him you just know he was a fine man too.
Skygazer that's what people said about Bill Cosby.
his parents have a lot to be thanked for and be proud of , they nurtured a real gem of a man : )
He was a marvellous actor, so very versatile. Loved all his movies. Miss him.
It is impossible to not to love him. What an adorable person ♡
I met him at the Coliseum in La at a football game and He made me feel like a long time friend . What a mensch
I have been a fan of Jack Lemmon for a long time. The man is quite entertaining and very articulate. His talents and gifts are what made him seem unique to all who have managed to follow his work over the years. Thanks for all of the memories.
Jack Lemmon was initially known for comedy, but The Apartment and Days of Wine and Roses proved that he can excel in drama...sometimes with a tragic quality. He had depth for sure - which is probably why he was able to transition into 70's Hollywood better than most of his colleagues...
AND he was a Harvard grad!
Для него уже было мало ролей. Достойных его таланта.
I don't believe Jack Lemmon ever made a misstep in his career. Just to see his face or hear his voice makes you smile. One of my 5 favorite actors of all time. Genius!
Sicilia928 who are your other favorite four
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I TOTALLY AGREE !!
HE NEVER SEEMED LIKED HE WAS ACTING , PURE & NATURAL, ONE
OF MY ALL TIME FAVORITES ,TOO !!
And he was unique because he was wonderful with both comedy and drama.
He could make you laugh and cry.
So true! This smile this eyes ah...🥰 wonderful actor and gentlemen! And it's was so magic time!💖💖💖
One of the best. I can't think of many actors who would be more versatile in their roles, from Some Like It Hot to the Days of Wine and Roses. However, can't help it - I always see him as Daphne. The funniest film ever and his role in it was priceless. R.I.P. Jack, thank you for sharing your talent.
Jack Lemmon should have been nominated and won Oscars for Some Like It Hot, The Apartment, and etc.
I believe he's one of the best actors I've ever seen along with that magical movie star quality he also comes across as a very deep reflected human being with a heart of gold I've always loved him
I really loved what you said😊
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I have always loved Mr.Jack Lemon, he gave us his best, his performances were believable and real. He was and still is one of the greatest actors of all time.
June Allyson and Doris Day both loved working with him and that comes across nicely in “You Can’t Run Away From It” and “It Happened
to Jane”.I also love “It Should Happen to You”,”The Apartment” and “Some Like it Hot”.He was a very special actor and man.
Amazing actor and career, and definitely his acting made you identify with the character he played.
Jack and Tony what a duo! I always had a crush on Jack. He was the everyday man for everyone. Thank you Sir Jack!
Jack Lemmon my favorite actor of all time, Magic time, thanks For all the Magical moments you gave us
He's, a VERY good actor! I love, watching him on screen!😀
What a great guy! I’m happy that he got to live the life he wanted.
One of the best actors who ever lived.
Maravilloso💙💙💙. RIP Jack Lemmon
T'he apartment one of t'he best films ever made
Yes. 👍💗
Oh, Lemmon was as good as they come. He was in the best movies of all times: Some like it hot, The Appartement, Irma la Douce, The out towners, the days of wine and roses - you could put this guy in anything and he would get an Academy Award nomination for it. He was so good and always so spot-on, he was truly one of the greatest actors ever. And in combination with Walter Matthau - the best combination since Astaire and Rogers.
If Lemmon was in it, you knew it would be good.
Jack Lemmon was a great actor, very versatile who could play a drama as well as a comedy. God bless his soul always. There will never be another Jack Lemmon, he is irreplaceable.
He has such great energy and passion on the screen that you can't help but like him.
This Lemmon was Sweet! a real handsome and classy fellow he was. He's my very Favorite! Strange how serious he was when interviewed because he's so funny on film! RIP Jack Lemmon
A gentleman and one of the best to ever grace the silver screen.Thank you Mr Lemon for leaving us the wonderful films,RIP SIR
His diversity was best portrayed in "The Great Race". That film deserves more credit than it gets, thanks to him.
Did anyone else rewind the scene of him clearing his ears repeatedly and laugh hysterically? Comedic gold.
Yes, On the airplane he did that too. It was priceless!!!
I truly love him he seems so real in his interpretations of characters. Truly witty funny classy man . He’s hilarious!
He was one of my favorite Actors , he is missed ❤😮
One of the greatest ever, and a class act of a man.
My gosh, that smile! That mimics! I’m in love!
I was too ❤❤
Not a bad word could be said about this man!
Great info and interview on/with Jack Lemmon, in his own category! His energy is present in all he did!
I've always loved Jack Lemmon, and I miss him.
Me too Amy.
My all time favorite actor!
I loved him in The Apartment, absolutely fantastic!
What a beautiful thing his father did…bless him 🥹❤️ He will always be an icon for so many reasons.
What a wonderful actor !
I just love him !
Great actor and person. I'm also a fan of his look a like son, Chris. Read his book about his father if you haven't yet.
Chris's book was heartbreaking at times.
Very talented actor, great acting, good in every caractor , passionate , good looking love him, with respect.
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Jack Lemmon was a gem. I've been a fan of his since the late 60s/early 70s. Saying he's good doesn't even come close. His pairing with Walter Matthau was wonderful. Those two together made magic. I especially like his older movies. We miss you, Jack.
Wow, I just became an even bigger fan of the Great Jack Lemmon. "...Now it's a crime to get caught!" Fantastic truth in 2023 💔🇺🇲
"The Out of Towners" was absolutely hysterical. The scene in which they wake up under a tree, having been robbed, was their "last straw," and made me laugh so hard I cried. This wonderful documentary made me remember it. I loved every single thing Jack Lemmon was in, but have to say that this film capped everything. He grew up in my town went to my high school! As a kid growing up and loving every film of his that came out, I never knew this. This Collection series is brilliant. Adored the one about William Holden.
Loved Jack Lemmon. Of his films, my fave is, The Apartment and Irma la Douce. Your doc does him justice.
Loveliest man, and great actor! Thank you, Mr. Lemmon
I used to like Jack Lemon - after watching this i admire him as a person as well - one of the best star bios ive seen and ive seen quite a lot
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Jack had a likable quality about him. I enjoyed him in The Apartment.
Iam one of his biggest fans mr Lemmon always bring magic to the screen he one of kind
Priceless, " Some like it Hot!!! " with Tony Curtis Jack Lemmon, the other half off Walther Matthou/ Jack Lemmon , in Odd Couple . All strong Theater training , it showed....great work. Apartment, with Shirley Maclaine. Another /like Marylin, complementary teams. Days an Wine and Roses, heavy! Save the Tiger, outstanding.my favorite "China Syndrome." The best.🇩🇰🇺🇸💌💜
So many talented actors, that we got to view, and appreciate. Just think of all the very gifted, talented, ones we didn't get to know and appreciate. Simply because they were denied the opportunity to show their stuff.....
my all time favorite actor! he was special.
My hands down favorite actor of all time.
"Save the Tiger' , what a performance.
Jack Lemmon (his work in The Apartment was simply adoring) an actor of exceptional talent that Billy Wilder used to dazzle audiences in Some Like it Hot! Hollywood typecast him as a comedian from then on and he missed dramatic roles that could have been his. We had a glimpse of what he could do in The China Syndrome and The Missing. Panagiota Angelopoulou- Anoni
Watching tonight because it’s 22 years miss you Jack
What made him a good actor seems to be his love of acting. He didn’t seem to care much for stardom. He just wanted to work and perfect his craft.
It would have been better if the background music was lowered!!! He was a great actor!!
Well, Mr. Lemmon, I was 11 when I knew what. I wanted to do in my life, and until now I never regretted it. Love my job.
Jutta Maier it’s rare though, and I think that’s what he meant. Not many of you guys out there! Very cool though.
"Until now"?
He was great in The Out of Towners. His wife in it was funny too.
What a wonderful appreciation of the very great Jack Lemon. His standards never slipped.
excellent actor! you are right!
Wonderful actor, great personality, a lot of humor always make people happy, thank to Jack Lemon, sincerely I. Lewon ,,,
Jack was one of the few performers..that I've seen in the 1960's and 70's..who can play..people that you can believe in and really care about.
love Lemmon , Days of Wine and Roses helped countless people
One of my two favorite actors of all time, along with Spencer Tracy. How I wish I could have met Jack.
Beautiful human being
He had natural comedic sensibilities and very deep humanistic sensibilities a long-range and gave it his best every time he acted but the natural funniness emerge within the character that he was playing his because he was not a stand-up comic and when he played serious drama it came from the deepest part of his vulnerability and the truth is he knows knows it to become. It reminds me of the way Elvis Presley sang his song he gave it all Jack Lemmon gave it all in his acting!
Great guy and wonderful actor. RIP Jack Lemmon
One , The All Time Greats Actor. So respect his work as an Artist, Actor , Comedian. ( Lots off things to do today), but knew I had to sit this Interview out. How one could wish for more , today like him; the Directors , collegues he was working with. And the wonderful story, not just about him, but people who crossed over with him. And , his family. You're the one who inspired me to support my son, in his work. The brief time he was with us.😍🇩🇰🇺🇸⏳🌅🙏🌷
I simply adore this man! I love everything he's in.
Amazing Man. I was his Bartender one night at Chadneys in Burbank CA.
Jack Lemmon was a briljant actor!
See Jack in "Glengarry Glenn Ross". Absolutely first-rate.
He said himself it was the best cast he ever worked with.
PUT
THAT
COFFEE
DOWN !!
The greatest cast ever assembled in movie history. No lie, no hype.
Watched "some like it hot" in a ghetto school in Philadelphia in the late 80s. From then on, I was hooked to the classics.
Great! I wish his role in "Glengarry Glenross" had been mentioned. He absolutely stole the film.
Whoa, didn't realize what a charmed career he had.
Jack Lemon, one of my favorites...love him with Walter mattheu..just great❤️
My best actor ever. Along with James Stewart. They were both great.
Very handsome and great actor
The highest point in the galaxy rightfully belongs named to one man Jack Lemmon❤️❤️
Great show; lousy sound. But I stuck with it anyway because it was so interesting.
His son looks exactly like him. It's unreal.
Great man, actor, & very handsome!!!
The first time I saw Jack Lemmon was as Capt. Don Gallagher, the pilot of the doomed 747, in Airport '77. He was very effective!
JACK LEMMON LIKED JAZZ TOO I REALLY LIKE THE MOVIE WITH HIM AND JAMES GARNER MY FELLOW AMERICANS
If youve never seen Jack (and Lee Remick) in movie, Days of Wine and Roses, its a MUST SEE! Also, movie, Mr. Roberts, with Fonda, Powell, and Cagney is FANTASTIC!
The vision even, of jack Lemmon doing the moose calls of him sinuses absolutely crack me up. 😹 so funny. How everyone in that scene managed to keep a straight face boggles the mind. I couldn’t have done it that’s for sure. Lol 😝
I enjoyed Jack Lemmon movies he is so talented and wonderful. God bless him.
One of the greatest, most versatile and talented actors to ever grace a screen. RIP to the great Jack Lemmon.
One of the greatest. Especially when working with Walter. I can watch the odd couple 100 times. The apartment also great. But them two in the front page. Absolutely amazing.
Everything in his life seemed to work out to his favor. I wish my life is like that.
Sure it's because he's a nice guy. Still, his life was just great.
They should sack the guy who edited the music level.
Yes
Totally agree! Horrendous!
Agreed
Sack? Something more drastic, please.
Loved jack lemmon soo damn talented
Great actor!
Loved this man 💛🧡💖❤️💋
One of the best actors ever!! Love his comedian performances so much like his caractérs of Dr. Fate in " The big race around the world ( missed this in the video!) or as Daphne .
Missing is one of the his best films.
I always enjoyed watching him, in drama or comedy.
he his fantastic in "the apartment" !
maryse pradet also "the odd couple" and "days of wine and roses".
Jack should have won an Oscar for The Apartment.
Rip Jack an Walter 💔I thought Jack an Ann Margaret had a great connection on Grumpier old man
my left ear enjoyed this
I just watched "the fortune cookie" which is very good too !
It really is! I love their chemistry so much
Loved that man.