An American in Paris 1951
“What a joy! It's M-G-M's Technicolor musical!”
What is An American in Paris?
An American in Paris is a film first released in 1951. Catalogued under Music, Romance, Comedy.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 1951
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 113 minutes
- Release date
- Sep 26, 1951
- Studios
- Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer, Loew's Incorporated
- Genres
- Music, Romance, Comedy
- Updated
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Overview
An American in Paris is a film first released in 1951. Catalogued under Music, Romance, Comedy. Produced and broadcast by Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer, Loew's Incorporated. Current status: Released.
Should you watch it?
“An exuberant American painter chases fame in romantic, Technicolor Paris.”
- Stunning Technicolor visuals
- Joyful musical numbers
- Classic Hollywood romance
- Runtime approaches two hours
Watch it if you love classic Technicolor musical romances with artful ambition.
Suitable for general audiences; features light romance and musical performances.
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Frequently asked questions
When was the film released?
It was released in the United States on September 26, 1951.
What genre does the film belong to?
It is a musical romance comedy.
Is the film recognized for cultural significance?
Yes, it was selected for preservation in the National Film Registry in 1993.
How long is the film?
The runtime is approximately one hour and fifty‑three minutes.
Who is the main character?
The story follows Jerry Mulligan, an exuberant American expatriate painter in Paris.
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