G.I. Blues
“Elvis scores... a singing triumph... and a romantic hit!”
Synopsis
Stationed in West Germany, soldier Tulsa McLean hopes to open a nightclub once he's discharged. Although he may lack the capital for such a venture, a chance to raise the cash comes his way through a friendly wager. Local dancer Lili is a notorious ice queen, and Tulsa bets everything he has that a friend of his can earn her affections. But when the friend is dispatched to Alaska, it's up to Tulsa to melt Lili's heart.
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G.I. Blues - TrailerOfficial
Type: Trailer • Published 2013-05-01
Top Cast
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Elvis Presley
Tulsa McLean
Juliet Prowse
Lili
Robert Ivers
Cookie
James Douglas
Rick
Letícia Román
Tina
Sigrid Maier
Marla
Arch Johnson
Sgt. McGraw
Mickey Knox
Jeeter
John Hudson
Capt. Hobart
Kenneth Becker
Mac
Jeremy Slate
Turk
Beach Dickerson
Warren
Trent Dolan
Mickey
Carl Crow
Walt
Fred Essler
Papa Mueller
Ron Starr
Harvey
Erika Peters
Trudy
Ludwig Stössel
Owner of Puppet Show
Release History & Theatrical Window
Dallas, Texas
Festival / Special Debut
November 23, 1960
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Financials & Box Office Performance
Production Budget
Undisclosed
Filming & production cost
Worldwide Gross
$8.6M
Total global ticket sales
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Norman Taurog
- Screenplay & Story
- Edmund Beloin, Henry Garson
- Original Score
- Joseph J. Lilley
- Original Title
- G.I. Blues
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 44m
- Worldwide Gross
- $8.6M
- Production Studios
- Hal Wallis Productions, Paramount Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Norman Taurog
Edmund Beloin, Henry Garson
Joseph J. Lilley
Loyal Griggs
Hal B. Wallis
Department Leadership Roster
Norman Taurog
Director
Edmund Beloin
Screenplay
Henry Garson
Screenplay
Hal B. Wallis
Producer
Joseph J. Lilley
Original Music Composer
Loyal Griggs
Director of Photography
Edith Head
Costume Design
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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PG: Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.
International Certification Matrix
FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.
Universal — Suitable for all audiences.
Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.
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Frequently Asked Questions About G.I. Blues
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What is G.I. Blues about?
Stationed in West Germany, soldier Tulsa McLean hopes to open a nightclub once he's discharged. Although he may lack the capital for such a venture, a chance to raise the cash comes his way through a friendly wager. Local dancer Lili is a notorious ice queen, and Tulsa bets everything he has that a friend of his can earn her affections. But when the friend is dispatched to Alaska, it's up to Tulsa to melt Lili's heart.
Who directed G.I. Blues?
G.I. Blues was directed by Norman Taurog.
Who stars in G.I. Blues?
The principal cast of G.I. Blues includes Elvis Presley, Juliet Prowse, Robert Ivers, James Douglas, Letícia Román.
When was G.I. Blues released and how long is it?
G.I. Blues was released in 1960 with a total runtime of 1h 44m.
How much did G.I. Blues make at the box office?
G.I. Blues grossed $8.6M in worldwide ticket sales.
Who composed the musical score for G.I. Blues?
The original motion picture soundtrack for G.I. Blues was composed by Joseph J. Lilley.
What is the age rating and content advisory for G.I. Blues?
G.I. Blues holds official age classifications: DE: 12 (FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.); GB: U (Universal — Suitable for all audiences.); US: PG (Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.).