When did the original Pink Panther come out?

When did the original Pink Panther come out?

1963
The Pink Panther, British comedy film, released in 1963, that was the first and arguably the best entry in the Pink Panther film series.

What is the original Pink Panther?

Its story follows inspector Jacques Clouseau as he travels from Rome to Cortina d’Ampezzo to catch a notorious jewel thief known as “The Phantom” before he is able to steal a priceless diamond known as “The Pink Panther”….The Pink Panther (1963 film)

The Pink Panther
Country United States
Language English
Box office $10.9 million (US/Canada)

Why is there no pink panther in the movie?

The reason Sellers is absent from so much of the film’s beginning is that originally, The Pink Panther was meant as a vehicle for Niven. In fact, Niven remains the top-billed actor for the flick, and Sellers was hired for a supporting role.

What is the best Pink Panther movie?

Top 10 Pink Panther/Inspector Clouseau Movies

  • of 10. A Shot in the Dark (1964)
  • of 10. The Pink Panther (1963)
  • of 10. The Return of the Pink Panther (1975)
  • of 10. Revenge of the Pink Panther (1978)
  • of 10. The Pink Panther (2006)
  • of 10. The Pink Panther Strikes Again (1976)
  • of 10. Trail of the Pink Panther (1982)
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Is Pink Panther a diamond or a panther?

The first film in the series derives its name from a pink diamond that has enormous size and value. The diamond is called the “Pink Panther” because the flaw at its center, when viewed closely, is said to resemble a leaping pink panther….

The Pink Panther
Owner Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer
Years 1963–present
Films and television

Which came first the Pink Panther or a shot in the dark?

A Shot in the Dark was based on a stage play, and the character of Clouseau was written into the story in order to make it a vehicle for Sellers. The movie was actually completed before The Pink Panther (1963), but this “sequel” was released a few months after the first film in the series.

How many Pink Panthers was Peter Sellers in?

But the Pink Panther films were so successful, Edwards and Sellers made five of them together. Henry Mancini’s infectious theme tune proved as enduring as Inspector Clouseau himself, and the animated panther that introduced the film’s credits was awarded its own cartoon series.

Who owns the rarest pink diamond?

Graff Pink

Weight 24.78 carats (4.956 g)
Color Fancy Intense pink
Cut Emerald cut
Owner Laurence Graff
Estimated value US$46 million
  • October 25, 2022