The Parent Trap(1961)
“Caught in a merry marital mix-up!”
Overview
Two identical twin sisters, separated at birth by their parents' divorce, are reunited years later at a summer camp, where they scheme to bring their parents back together. The girls, one of whom has been living with their mother and the other with their father, switch places after camp and go to work on their plan, the first objective being to scare off a gold-digger pursuing their father.
Director
David Swift
Studio
Walt Disney Productions
Revenue
$30M
Cast
Hayley Mills
as Susan Evers / Sharon McKendrick
Maureen O'Hara
as Margaret 'Maggie' McKendrick
Brian Keith
as Mitch Evers
Charles Ruggles
as Charles McKendrick
Cathleen Nesbitt
as Louise McKendrick
Una Merkel
as Verbena
Joanna Barnes
as Vicky Robinson
Linda Watkins
as Edna Robinson
Crahan Denton
as Hecky
Leo G. Carroll
as Rev. Dr. Mosby
Ruth McDevitt
as Miss Inch
Nancy Kulp
as Miss Grunecker
Where to Watch
Availability may vary by region. Some links are affiliate links — we may earn a commission at no extra cost to you.
Movie Facts
Release Year
1961
Runtime
2h 9m
Language
English
Rating
7 / 10
Box Office
$30M
Production Companies
Walt Disney Productions
You Might Also Like
Comedy / Family
The Parent Trap
1998
Comedy / Family
It Takes Two
1995
Comedy / Family
Camp Nowhere
1994
Animation / Comedy
Scooby-Doo! Camp Scare
2010
Family / Fantasy
Magic Camp
2020
Comedy / Family
Yours, Mine & Ours
2005
Comedy / Family
No Deposit, No Return
1976
Comedy / Fantasy
Freakier Friday
2025
Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch The Parent Trap?▼
Check the "Where to Watch" section above for current streaming platforms, rental options, and purchase links for The Parent Trap (1961).
What is The Parent Trap about?▼
Two identical twin sisters, separated at birth by their parents' divorce, are reunited years later at a summer camp, where they scheme to bring their parents back together. The girls, one of whom has been living with their mother and the other with their father, switch places after camp and go to work on their plan, the first objective being to scare off a gold-digger pursuing their father.
Who directed The Parent Trap?▼
The Parent Trap was directed by David Swift and released in 1961. It is a comedy, family, romance film.
How long is The Parent Trap?▼
The Parent Trap has a runtime of 2 hours and 9 minutes (129 minutes total).
Who stars in The Parent Trap?▼
The cast of The Parent Trap includes Hayley Mills as Susan Evers / Sharon McKendrick, Maureen O'Hara as Margaret 'Maggie' McKendrick, Brian Keith as Mitch Evers, Charles Ruggles as Charles McKendrick, Cathleen Nesbitt as Louise McKendrick and more.
Explore More by Genre
Need a recommendation?
Tell us your mood and we'll pick the perfect movie for you.