Roustabout (1964): Cast, Ratings, Plot & Where to Watch
Roustabout is a 1964 drama musical directed by John Rich, starring Elvis Presley, Barbara Stanwyck and Steve Brodie. It runs 1 hour 41 minutes. Critics gave it 50 on Metacritic. Stream it on Paramount Plus Essential and Paramount Plus, or rent or buy it on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store.
- Released
- Runtime
- 1h 41m (101 min)
- Director
- John Rich
- Original language
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English - Studio
- Paramount Pictures
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is Roustabout About?
The premise of Roustabout without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.
A charismatic singer named Charlie Rogers, portrayed by Elvis Presley, experiences a setback that leaves him without a job. He then joins a traveling carnival, where his soulful voice revitalizes its performers and struggling acts. While finding a sense of belonging, Charlie becomes entangled in romantic complications that threaten the carnival's fragile unity and force him to confront personal challenges along the way.
Roustabout Themes & Keywords
· 49 tags- psychotronic film
- greaser
- south
- biker
- bad boy
- fair
- sideshow
- sexual harassment
- thief
- the south
- pickpocket
- alcoholic
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- heckler
- poverty
- poor man poor woman relationship
- alcoholism
- overprotective father
- xenophobia
- catcall
- brawl
- jail
- racist
- skipping town
- racism
- american south
- karate
- rock
- rock 'n roll
- teenager
- singer
- title as song
- title song
- title in song
- performance singing
- performance
- man wears a leather jacket
- title based on song
- riding a motorcycle
- song in title
- singer as protagonist
- job
- carnival
- one word title
- drifter
- fortune teller
- love
- velodrome
- motorcycle
- title spoken by character
Where to Watch Roustabout
Stream it on Paramount Plus Essential and Paramount Plus, or rent or buy it from Amazon Video and Apple TV Store. US availability and prices from JustWatch.
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Roustabout Cast
Elvis Presley leads the cast, with Barbara Stanwyck and Steve Brodie. Directed by John Rich; 10 actors are credited in all.
- Director John Rich
Also Starring in Roustabout
· 6 moreRoustabout Reviews & Ratings
Critics gave Roustabout 50 on Metacritic.
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Metacritic 50 Metascore
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TMDB 59% User score
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Roustabout Plot Summary
What happens in Roustabout from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 13 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 3-minute read.
Spoilers ahead
Charlie Rogers is a charismatic singer who lights up a busy California restaurant with his performances, drawing cheering crowds and a spotlight that glitters as brightly as his smile. The energy is high, the nights are sold out, and the atmosphere hums with the rhythm of a life built on showmanship. Yet beneath the applause, trouble brews: a group of excited female students draw fire from their jealous male companions, and what begins as a festive atmosphere soon spirals into danger. After the final bow, a tense confrontation spills into the parking lot, and Charlie finds himself fired and briefly arrested, the consequences of a momentary flare of conflict.
Full summary
The whole story of Roustabout, scene by scene
Roustabout Trailers & Videos
The trailer of Roustabout.
Cars in Roustabout
22 cars on screen, including the 1964 Honda CB 77 and the 1945 Willys Jeep CJ-2A.
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1964 Honda CB 77 Main role -
1945 Willys Jeep CJ-2A Important role -
1964 Dodge 330 Minor role -
1964 Dodge Dart GT Minor role
Roustabout Also Known As
15 alternative titles, including “Right this way Folks” and “König der heißen Rhythmen”.
- Also known as
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- Right this way Folks
- König der heißen Rhythmen
- Il cantante del luna park
- El trotamundos
- A cirkusznak mennie kell
- L'homme à tout faire
- Carrossel de Emoções
- הפועל השחור
- Разнорабочий
- Чаровното момче за всичко
- Wagabunda
- Το πανηγύρι
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- 카니발
- 流浪歌手
- Gøglerkongen
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Roustabout FAQ: Where to Watch, Cast & Runtime
Runtime, release date, director, cast, where to watch, ratings and post-credit scenes of Roustabout, each answered in a sentence.
How long is Roustabout?
Roustabout runs 1 hour 41 minutes (101 minutes).
When was Roustabout released?
Roustabout was released on November 11, 1964.
Who directed Roustabout?
Roustabout was directed by John Rich.
More films by John Rich Who is in the cast of Roustabout?
Roustabout stars Elvis Presley, Barbara Stanwyck and Steve Brodie, among 10 credited actors.
Where can I watch Roustabout?
In the US, Roustabout is streaming on Paramount Plus Essential, Paramount Plus and Paramount+ and available to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and Fandango At Home (availability from JustWatch).
How is Roustabout rated?
Roustabout has 50 on Metacritic and 59% on TMDB.
Does Roustabout have a post-credit scene?
No. Roustabout has no extra scene during or after the credits.
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