Jack Lemmon in Some Like It Hot (1959)
As Jerry and Daphne in 'Some Like It Hot' (Oscar nominated performance)
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Poll: When Life Gives You Lemons... Watch a Jack Lemmon Movie
Jack Lemmon's formidable talent and craft included his range: for example, the two time Oscar winner could do drama and comedy with equal success. Filmmakers took notice and cast him in so many different kinds of roles that Lemmon's great versatility became part of his appeal among audiences: when we're down and want to feel understood or gain insight, we can watch one of his dramas; when we're down and want to be distracted and laugh, we can cheer up with one of his comedies. No matter what life gives you, there's a Jack Lemmon film to help. Which of his performances have you most appreciated?
Discuss Jack Lemmon or the poll here.
This poll is dedicated to one of Jack Lemmon's biggest fans, the distinguished metallurgical engineer, John "Jack" Kearns, who died in April of 2019.
Except for the first five options, the list is in alphabetical order by title of the film or series.
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Jack Lemmon in The Apartment (1960)
As C.C. Baxter in 'The Apartment' (Oscar nominated performance) -
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Jack Lemmon in Grumpier Old Men (1995)
As John Gustafson in 'Grumpy Old Men' and 'Grumpier Old Men'
