Blue Hawaii(1961)
“Ecstatic romance... Exotic dances... Exciting music IN THE WORLD'S LUSHEST PARADISE OF SONG!”
Overview
Chad Gates has just been discharged from the Army, and is happy to be back in Hawaii with his surf-board, his beach buddies and his girlfriend.
Director
Norman Taurog
Studio
Hal Wallis Productions
Budget
$2M
Revenue
$4M
Cast
Elvis Presley
as Chad Gates
Joan Blackman
as Maile Duval
Angela Lansbury
as Sarah Lee Gates
Nancy Walters
as Abigail Prentice
Roland Winters
as Fred Gates
John Archer
as Jack Kelman
Howard McNear
as Mr. Chapman
Steve Brodie
as Tucker Garvey
Christian Kay
as Beverly Martin
Iris Adrian
as Enid Garvey
Hilo Hattie
as Waihila
Jenny Maxwell
as Ellie Corbett
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Movie Facts
Release Year
1961
Runtime
1h 42m
Language
French
Rating
6 / 10
Budget
$2M
Box Office
$4M
Production Companies
Hal Wallis Productions • Paramount Pictures
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch Blue Hawaii?▼
Check the "Where to Watch" section above for current streaming platforms, rental options, and purchase links for Blue Hawaii (1961).
What is Blue Hawaii about?▼
Chad Gates has just been discharged from the Army, and is happy to be back in Hawaii with his surf-board, his beach buddies and his girlfriend.
Who directed Blue Hawaii?▼
Blue Hawaii was directed by Norman Taurog and released in 1961. It is a music, comedy, romance film.
How long is Blue Hawaii?▼
Blue Hawaii has a runtime of 1 hours and 42 minutes (102 minutes total).
Who stars in Blue Hawaii?▼
The cast of Blue Hawaii includes Elvis Presley as Chad Gates, Joan Blackman as Maile Duval, Angela Lansbury as Sarah Lee Gates, Nancy Walters as Abigail Prentice, Roland Winters as Fred Gates and more.
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