The Odd Couple debuted in 1968, making $44 million on a tiny $1.2 million budget and eventually spawning a five-season TV show. But watching it today, the most shocking part might be the opening scene: our introduction to a comedy about mismatched roommates is Felix wandering the streets, genuinely trying to figure out how to kill himself.
Kicking off our "Golden Oldies" month with pre-1970s films on So Many Sequels, David, Josh, and Garrett break down the undeniable chemistry between Jack Lemmon and Walter Matthau. We discuss how the movie's theatrical blocking and long takes make modern comedies feel disconnected, analyze the excruciatingly funny Pigeon sisters double date, and realize that Felix is actually a deeply manipulative person to live with.
Let us know what you think. Would you rather live with Oscar the slob, or Felix the neat freak? Go check that out at somanysequels.com, and follow us on Instagram at @SoManySequelsPod.
