Summer Under the Stars: Doris Day

Star of the Day: Doris Day

Oh how Doris cheers me up when I need it. Her films are so light and refreshing; she was such a talented actor and singer. 

Rather than rehashing my thoughts on each of her films featured today, I'm going to tell you when, other than yesterday, I believe the best time of year to watch each Doris Day film truly is! 

Before I get to that, a fun fact about me: I typically put my Christmas tree up sometime before my birthday in November, and while I'm stringing lights and decorating, my go-to is a Doris Day film. I rotate every year but traditionally stick to her '60s comedies. So know that these choices are all scientific, but the following also work for Christmas spirit: Pillow Talk, Lover Come Back, Send Me No Flowers, That Touch of Mink, The Glass Bottom Boat, The Thrill of It All, Move Over, Darling, It Happened to Jane, and Romance on the High Seas.

Onward!

Romance on the High Seas (1948)

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Late May into early June, when summer's about to stretch out ahead of you. Bonus points if it's a sunny Sunday morning and you can crack the windows to let fresh air in.

By the Light of the Silvery Moon (1953)

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Early December, once it's dark outside. Bonus points if your Christmas tree is up. Extra bonus points if you have classic Christmas decorations on it, and give yourself one more bonus point if you're watching with a cup of hot chocolate.

The Ballad of Josie (1967)

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Watch in August/September, when it's hot outside. Bonus points if you're near a farm.

Calamity Jane (1953)

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Something about this is screaming September to me, but late September.

Love Me or Leave Me (1955)

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On a cold evening in February with only a single candle as your light source. Bonus points if you want to listen to torch songs afterwards.

Teacher's Pet (1958)

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Early September, back to school. Watch on a weeknight just as the sun's dipping.

Please Don't Eat the Daisies (1960)

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June, just before school gets out. It's a perfect prelude to summer. When I worked retail, that first summer's collection was inspired by this movie. Lots of baby pinks, baby blues, daisies, and summery Doris Day fun. 

Lover Come Back (1961)

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On a Saturday evening in primetime, which, coincidentally, is how this airing is shaking down! 

In all seriousness though, this is the perfect Saturday night film. Doris and Rock together are chic, modern and fun, everything perfect about a Saturday night!

Midnight Lace (1960)

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Watch this on a late Friday night in October. It's great if you want to be spooked without being scared. Bonus points if it's a foggy night, to mimic the London fog.

The Man Who Knew Too Much (1956)

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On a Friday night when you're feeling ritzy and glitzy and in the mood for a smooth Hitchcock film. Bonus points if 'Que Sera, Sera' gets stuck in your head!

Storm Warning (1951)

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Watch at 3am, which is coincidentally when it's airing in my time zone! This is heavy subject matter though, so fair warning.

April in Paris (1952)

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I'm going to blow your mind with this one: watch this in April. Preferably a Sunday morning.

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When's your favourite time to watch a Doris Day film? Let me know in the comments!