The Pleasure of His Company (1961): Cast & Plot
The Pleasure of His Company is a 1961 comedy directed by George Seaton, starring Fred Astaire as Biddeford 'Pogo' Poole, Debbie Reynolds and Lilli Palmer. It runs 1 hour 55 minutes.
- Released
- Runtime
- 1h 55m (115 min)
- Director
- George Seaton
- Genre
- Comedy
- Original language
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English - Studio
- Paramount Pictures
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is The Pleasure of His Company About?
The premise of The Pleasure of His Company without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.
Biddeford “Pogo” Poole, a smooth‑talking charmer, has been largely absent from his daughter Jessica’s life. He returns as she prepares to marry a California rancher. Though his ex‑wife is skeptical, Jessica is drawn to his magnetic presence. His sudden comeback creates tension for the bride‑to‑be, forcing her to reconsider the wedding.
The Pleasure of His Company Cast & Characters
Fred Astaire leads the cast as Biddeford 'Pogo' Poole, with Debbie Reynolds as Jessica Poole and Lilli Palmer as Katharine Dougherty. Directed by George Seaton; 11 actors are credited in all.
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Director George Seaton
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Fred Astaire as Biddeford 'Pogo' Poole -
Debbie Reynolds as Jessica Poole -
Lilli Palmer as Katharine Dougherty - Gary Merrill as James Dougherty
Also Starring in The Pleasure of His Company
· 7 more- Tab Hunter Roger Henderson
- Harold Fong Toy
- Charles Ruggles Mackenzie Savage
- Eleanor Audley Mrs. Thompson (uncredited)
- Elvia Allman Mrs. Mooney
- Lomax Study Patron (uncredited)
- Edith Head Dress Designer (uncredited)
More from George Seaton
More films directed by George Seaton, best-rated first: Miracle on 34th Street, 36 Hours, Airport and Showdown.
The Pleasure of His Company Plot Summary
What happens in The Pleasure of His Company from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 12 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 1-minute read.
Spoilers ahead
San Francisco debutante Jessica Poole, played by Debbie Reynolds, hasn’t seen her father, Pogo Poole, played by Fred Astaire, since his divorce from her mother, Katharine Dougherty, played by Lilli Palmer, years earlier. Jessica is about to marry Roger Henderson, played by Tab Hunter, a cattle rancher from the Valley of the Moon in Sonoma County.
Pogo arrives, as charming as he ever was. He is delighted by Jessica, and captivates her in return. He makes peace with Katharine, and even wins over Toy, the Doughertys’ prized cook, though not Jim and Roger.
Full summary
The whole story of The Pleasure of His Company, scene by scene
How Well Do You Know The Pleasure of His Company?
10 questions about the story, each with a hint if you get stuck. Pick an answer to see whether you were right.
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What is the name of Jessica's charming and carefree father?
The Pleasure of His Company Also Known As
6 alternative titles, including “In angenehmer Gesellschaft” and “Mon séducteur de père”.
- Also known as
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- In angenehmer Gesellschaft
- Mon séducteur de père
- Su grata compañía
- Il piacere della sua compagnia
- O Papai Playboy
- W przyjemnym towarzystwie
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The Pleasure of His Company FAQ: Cast & Runtime
Runtime, release date, director, cast and post-credit scenes of The Pleasure of His Company, each answered in a sentence.
How long is The Pleasure of His Company?
The Pleasure of His Company runs 1 hour 55 minutes (115 minutes).
When was The Pleasure of His Company released?
The Pleasure of His Company was released on June 1, 1961.
Who directed The Pleasure of His Company?
The Pleasure of His Company was directed by George Seaton.
More films by George Seaton Who is in the cast of The Pleasure of His Company?
The Pleasure of His Company stars Fred Astaire as Biddeford 'Pogo' Poole, Debbie Reynolds as Jessica Poole and Lilli Palmer as Katharine Dougherty, among 11 credited actors.
Does The Pleasure of His Company have a post-credit scene?
No. The Pleasure of His Company has no extra scene during or after the credits.
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