In June 1957 Peter Glenville signed to direct. By August the lead role was given to Ingrid Bergman with filming to take place in England and Ireland. Siegel set up the film at MGM where the producer was making a slate of movies including Home from the Hill, Some Came Running, Bachelor in Paradise, and The End of the World.
In June 1957, Peter Glenville accepted the job of directing. By August, Ingrid Bergman had been chosen for the starring role, with filming to take place in England and Ireland. Siegel set up the production at MGM as part of a series of movies being developed by the producer, including Home from the Hill, Some Came Running, Bachelor in Paradise, and The End of the World.