Aired Thursday 3 April, 9:15am - 11:20amon Sky Cinema Greats

Bye Bye Birdie (1963)

Musical comedy

Based on events surrounding Elvis Presley's experience of the US Army draft, this film focuses on fictional pop star Conrad Birdie, who is called up for National Service, preventing him from starring in the movie that was to make his agent rich. The agent, who needs money to escape from his cantankerous mother, sets up a last performance for his protege. The farewell event attracts legions of adoring fans.

Country
USA
Cast and crew
  • George SidneyDirector
  • Dick Van DykeAlbert Peterson
  • Janet LeighRosie DeLeon
  • Ann-MargretKim McAfee
  • Maureen StapletonMama Peterson
  • Bobby RydellHugo Peabody
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