Fun in Acapulco
Come With Elvis to Fabulous Acapulco!
1963 • 97 min • Music · Comedy · Romance
Synopsis
Mike Windgren works on a boat in Acapulco, but when the bratty daughter of its owner gets him fired, Mike finds new work as a lifeguard and singer at a local hotel. Tensions increase when Mike runs afoul of the rival lifeguard—also the champion diver of Mexico.
Our family guide
Best from age 6- 59 Audience · 88 · 100%
Mike, a former circus performer, finds a new life as a lifeguard and singer in Acapulco after a mishap. He navigates hotel life, a budding romance, and a rivalry with the local diving champion. This lighthearted musical showcases picturesque Mexican scenery.
- Violence & peril
- 1/10
- Language
- 1/10
- Drinking, drugs & smoking
- 1/10
- Romance & sensuality
- 2/10
- Scary moments
- 0/10
Heads up
- Brief moments of peril (cliff diving)
- Some light romantic flirting
What it models well
- Embracing new opportunities
- Perseverance
- Cultural exploration
Talk about it after
- Exploring different career paths
- The importance of honesty
- Understanding friendly competition
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Top billed cast
Director: Richard Thorpe • Crew: Allan Weiss
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Details
- TMDB audience
- 5.9/10 (88)
- Age rating
- PG
- Status
- Released
- Box office
- $6,200,000
- IMDb
- tt0057083
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