i just saw hot million on tcm and i have completely forget this gem . ustinov create a clever and divisive plot that have him cleverly go from two bit con man to ingenious . well you will see . maggie smith be perfect a the bumbling secretary or neighbor who have a tough time hold a job but have a warm and vibrant personality that beam through in this picture . she create a fine portrayal of a warm and witty and real person who in the long run . well . molden and newhart a top executive take on the challenge of make what could be banal role and make them come out into a comic life of their own . robert morley and ceasar romero be just a pleasure to see and i know at least in romero case ustinov be extend a help hand of work . this film be mean to be a shot back at the rise computer age and it problem for the average con man or man for that matter but in fact the character be so involve and so much fun to watch that the computer sub plot be almost lose . i say almost . let down your usual expectation of modern comedy and look for the great performance and friendly and forgiving and deeply involve plot in this picture .