Synopsis
Billy Bigelow has been dead for 15 years. Now outside the pearly gates, he long ago waived his right to go back to Earth for a day. He has heard that there is a problem with his family: namely with his wife Julie Bigelow, née Jordan, and his child he hasn't met. He would now like to head back to Earth to assist in rectifying the problem; but before he may go, he has to get permission from the gatekeeper by telling him his story. Adapted from the Rodgers and Hammerstein hit Broadway musical.
Ratings
IMDb6.6/10
Rotten Tomatoes63%
87 audience votes
Key crew
- Phoebe EphronScreenplay
- Henry KingDirector
- Henry EphronScreenplay
- Richard RodgersOriginal Music Composer
Cast
- Gordon MacRaeBilly Bigelow
- Shirley JonesJulie Jordan
- Cameron MitchellJigger Craigin
- Barbara RuickCarrie Pipperidge
- Claramae TurnerCousin Nettie
- Robert RounsevilleMr. Enoch Snow
- Gene LockhartStarkeeper / Dr. Selden
- Audrey ChristieMrs. Mullin
- Susan LuckeyLouise Bigelow
- William LeMassenaHeavenly Friend
- John DehnerMr. Bascombe
- Jacques d'AmboiseLouise's 'Starlight Carnival' Dancing Partner
Stills
Themes
carnivalcarousel musicalbased on play or musicalfairground