Merry Andrew
“The happiest show in town!”
Synopsis
When eccentric English teacher Andrew Larabee needs a raise in order for his fiancée to marry him, his interest in archaeology leads him to an ancient statue's burial site. But when he finds a traveling circus directly above the statue's location, he accidentally becomes part of the act. With a newfound passion for performance and an attraction to the beautiful acrobat Selena, Andrew must decide what is truly important to him.
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MERRY ANDREW (Original Theatrical Trailer)
Type: Trailer • Published 2011-04-04
Top Cast
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Danny Kaye
Andrew Larabee
Pier Angeli
Selena Gallini
Salvatore Baccaloni
Antonio Gallini
Noel Purcell
Matthew Larabee
Robert Coote
Dudley Larabee
Patricia Cutts
Letitia Fairchild
Rex Evans
Gregory Larabee
Walter Kingsford
Mr. Fairchild
Peter Mamakos
Vittorio Gallini
Rhys Williams
Constable
Tommy Rall
Giacomo Gallini
Bess Flowers
Wedding Guest (uncredited)
Release History & Theatrical Window
March 20, 1958
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Michael Kidd
- Screenplay & Story
- Isobel Lennart, I. A. L. Diamond
- Original Score
- Nelson Riddle, Saul Chaplin
- Original Title
- Merry Andrew
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 43m
- Production Studios
- Sol C. Siegel Productions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Michael Kidd
Isobel Lennart, I. A. L. Diamond, Paul Gallico
Nelson Riddle, Saul Chaplin
Robert Surtees
Harold F. Kress
Sol C. Siegel
Department Leadership Roster
Michael Kidd
Director
Isobel Lennart
Screenplay
I. A. L. Diamond
Screenplay
Sol C. Siegel
Producer
Robert Surtees
Director of Photography
Harold F. Kress
Editor
Nelson Riddle
Original Music Composer
Saul Chaplin
Original Music Composer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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NR: Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
International Certification Matrix
Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Merry Andrew
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What is Merry Andrew about?
When eccentric English teacher Andrew Larabee needs a raise in order for his fiancée to marry him, his interest in archaeology leads him to an ancient statue's burial site. But when he finds a traveling circus directly above the statue's location, he accidentally becomes part of the act. With a newfound passion for performance and an attraction to the beautiful acrobat Selena, Andrew must decide what is truly important to him.
Who directed Merry Andrew?
Merry Andrew was directed by Michael Kidd.
Who stars in Merry Andrew?
The principal cast of Merry Andrew includes Danny Kaye, Pier Angeli, Salvatore Baccaloni, Noel Purcell, Robert Coote.
When was Merry Andrew released and how long is it?
Merry Andrew was released in 1958 with a total runtime of 1h 43m.
Who composed the musical score for Merry Andrew?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Merry Andrew was composed by Nelson Riddle, Saul Chaplin.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Merry Andrew?
Merry Andrew holds official age classifications: US: NR (Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.).