South Pacific
"There is nothing you can name that is anything like..."
Originally released in 1958. South Pacific is a music/romance film. directed by Joshua Logan. With a runtime of 2h 37m, it's an epic theatrical experience.
Starring Rossano Brazzi, Mitzi Gaynor, and John Kerr
Synopsis
Can a girl from Little Rock find happiness with a mature French planter she got to know one enchanted evening away from the military hospital where she is a nurse? Or should she just wash that man out of her hair? Bloody Mary is the philosopher of the island and it's hard to believe she could be the mother of Liat who has captured the heart of Lt. Joseph Cable USMC. While waiting for action in the war in the South Pacific, sailors and nurses put on a musical comedy show. The war gets closer and the saga of Nellie Forbush and Emile de Becque becomes serious drama.
Quick Facts
Release Date
March 19, 1958
67 years ago
Runtime
2h 37m
157 minutes total
User Rating
6.1/10
Good (114 votes)
Budget
$6M
Production budget
Box Office
$36.8M
6.1x return
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top Cast
Rossano Brazzi
as Emile De Becque
Mitzi Gaynor
as Ensign Nellie Forbush, USN
John Kerr
as Lt. Joseph Cable, USMC
Ray Walston
as Luther Billis
Juanita Hall
as Bloody Mary
France Nuyen
as Liat
Russ Brown
as Capt. J.M. Brackett, USN
Jack Mullaney
as The Professor
Ken Clark
as Stewpot
Floyd Simmons
as Commander Harbison, USN
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
- Budget
- $6,000,000
- Revenue
- $36,800,000
Production Companies
- Magna Theatre Corporation
- South Pacific Enterprises
- The Rodgers & Hammerstein Organization
- 20th Century Fox
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Pacific about?
Can a girl from Little Rock find happiness with a mature French planter she got to know one enchanted evening away from the military hospital where she is a nurse? Or should she just wash that man ...
Who directed South Pacific?
South Pacific was directed by Joshua Logan.
How long is South Pacific?
South Pacific has a runtime of 2 hours and 37 minutes (157 minutes total).
When was South Pacific released?
South Pacific was released on March 19, 1958 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in South Pacific?
The main cast of South Pacific includes Rossano Brazzi, Mitzi Gaynor, John Kerr, Ray Walston, Juanita Hall.
Is South Pacific worth watching?
South Pacific has a user rating of 6.1/10 based on 114 reviews, indicating good reception from audiences.