It Happened at the World's Fair
It Happened at the World's Fair

It Happened at the World's Fair

1963Movie105 minEnglish

Mike and Danny fly a cropduster, but because of Danny's gambling debts, a local sheriff takes custody of it. Trying to earn money, they hitch-hike to the World's Fair in Seattle and, while Danny tries to earn money playing poker, Mike takes care of a small girl whose father has disappeared. Being a ladies' man, he also finds the time to court a young nurse.

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IMDb5.3/10
Rotten Tomatoes33%
Google Users65%
Director: Norman TaurogGenres: Musical, Comedy, Family, Romance

Plot Summary

Set against the backdrop of the 1962 Seattle World's Fair, the story follows truck driver Mike Edwards and his young nephew Dink as they navigate the fairgrounds. While trying to earn money, Mike becomes involved in a series of comical mishaps and romantic entanglements, including falling for a nurse named Sue and getting caught up with a shady crop-duster pilot.

Critical Reception

Critically, 'It Happened at the World's Fair' received mixed reviews, with many critics noting its reliance on Elvis Presley's star power and the colorful setting of the World's Fair. Audiences, however, generally enjoyed the film, particularly for its musical numbers and Elvis's charming performance, contributing to its moderate box office success.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for Elvis Presley's charismatic performance and the vibrant setting of the World's Fair.
  • Criticized for a predictable plot and some uneven pacing.
  • The musical numbers are generally considered a highlight.

Google audience: Google users appreciated the nostalgic setting of the World's Fair and Elvis Presley's performance, finding the film to be an enjoyable and lighthearted musical. Some viewers noted that the plot was somewhat thin, but the overall sentiment was positive.

Fun Fact

The film prominently features a young, then-unknown Kurt Russell as a child who kicks Elvis. He would later work with Elvis again in 'Follow That Dream'.

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_**Elvis as a small plane pilot at the World’s Fair in Seattle**_ Because of the gambling debts of his partner (Gary Lockwood), a crop-dusting pilot in Washington State (Presley) is forced to hitchhike to the World’s Fair in Seattle to f...