Fun in Acapulco
“Come With Elvis to Fabulous Acapulco!”
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.
Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
Official promotional previews, behind-the-scenes footage, and exclusive clips.
Fun In Acapulco 1963 Trailer
Type: Trailer • Published 2020-07-30
Top Cast
Explore Star Directory →
Elvis Presley
Mike Windgren
Ursula Andress
Marguerita Dauphin
Elsa Cárdenas
Dolores Gomez
Paul Lukas
Maximillian Dauphin
Larry Domasin
Raoul Almeido
Alejandro Rey
Moreno
Robert Carricart
Jose Garcia
Teri Hope
Janie Harkins
Teri Garr
Hotel Guest (uncredited)
Charles Evans
Mr. Harkins (uncredited)
Howard McNear
Dr. Stevers (uncredited)
Mary Treen
Mrs. Stevers (uncredited)
Red West
Poolside Guest (uncredited)
Marco López
Bullfighter (uncredited)
Release History & Theatrical Window
November 27, 1963
Wide Cinema Exhibition
June 11, 2003
Physical Home Media
Financials & Box Office Performance
Production Budget
Undisclosed
Filming & production cost
Worldwide Gross
$6.2M
Total global ticket sales
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Richard Thorpe
- Screenplay & Story
- Allan Weiss
- Original Score
- Joseph J. Lilley
- Original Title
- Fun in Acapulco
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 37m
- Worldwide Gross
- $6.2M
- Production Studios
- Paramount Pictures, Wallis-Hazen Inc.
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Richard Thorpe
Allan Weiss
Joseph J. Lilley
Daniel L. Fapp
Stanley E. Johnson
Hal B. Wallis, Joseph H. Hazen
Department Leadership Roster
Allan Weiss
Screenplay
Richard Thorpe
Director
Daniel L. Fapp
Director of Photography
Hal B. Wallis
Producer
Joseph J. Lilley
Original Music Composer
Edith Head
Costume Design
Stanley E. Johnson
Editor
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
PG: Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.
International Certification Matrix
General — Suitable for all audiences.
FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.
Universal — Suitable for all audiences.
Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for Fun in Acapulco.
Featured In Curated Collections
Editorial lists, community rankings, and cinematic collections featuring Fun in Acapulco.
Mid Hunting List
A list of mids found by Mid Hunters
Paramount+ - Romance Movies
Curated list of Romance on Paramount+ (US). Updated frequently. Last updated October 14, 2026.
list0
Classic Movies Collection
Copy of TMDB public list 8294149 - Classic Movies Collection
espe
movies
Musicals
Every film Wikidata tags as a musical film.
Similar Titles to Fun in Acapulco
Movies sharing stylistic DNA, tone, and thematic storytelling
6.5
7.3
7.3
7.3
7.8
4.2
8.7
7.9
6.2
5.3
7.7
7.5
8.1
9.0
More Like Fun in Acapulco
Recommended titles matching themes, cast, and genres.
Frequently Asked Questions About Fun in Acapulco
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Fun in Acapulco about?
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.
Who directed Fun in Acapulco?
Fun in Acapulco was directed by Richard Thorpe.
Who stars in Fun in Acapulco?
The principal cast of Fun in Acapulco includes Elvis Presley, Ursula Andress, Elsa Cárdenas, Paul Lukas, Larry Domasin.
When was Fun in Acapulco released and how long is it?
Fun in Acapulco was released in 1963 with a total runtime of 1h 37m.
How much did Fun in Acapulco make at the box office?
Fun in Acapulco grossed $6.2M in worldwide ticket sales.
Who composed the musical score for Fun in Acapulco?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Fun in Acapulco was composed by Joseph J. Lilley.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Fun in Acapulco?
Fun in Acapulco holds official age classifications: AU: G (General — Suitable for all audiences.); 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.).