The Pleasure of His Company
Biddeford "Pogo" Poole, an urbane charmer, has been absent for most of the life of his daughter, Jessica, but he pops up again as she prepares to marry a California rancher. Though Pogo's ex-wife remains unimpressed, Jessica quickly falls for her father's charismatic offensive. Soon, however, his reappearance causes complications for the bride-to-be, and she must decide whether or not to go ahead with the wedding.
Watch online
Click to play
📋 Film Details
| Year | 1961 |
| Country | United States of America |
| Genre | Comedy |
| Director | George Seaton |
| Runtime | 115 min. |
| Rating | TMDB: 6.2/10 (12 votes) |
📺 Where to Watch
Unfortunately, we couldn't find any official platforms or free sites for this title yet.
Try finding similar movies with our AI-powered search
🎬 MovieFinder's Take
The film constructs its comedic tension from the clash between the rancher's solid reliability and the father's charming but disruptive sophistication. Director George Seaton relies on Fred Astaire's brilliant performance, whose Pogo is both the most likable and the most selfish source of all troubles.
Those who tire of heavy dramas will find a graceful comedy of manners, complete with dance numbers and subtle satire on family values. What lingers after the credits is the warm glow of classic Hollywood wit. — MovieFinder Editorial
Director: George Seaton
Best Watched
With afternoon tea or among friends who appreciate lighthearted elegance.
🎭 Cast
Fred Astaire
Biddeford 'Pogo' Poole
Debbie Reynolds
Jessica Poole
Lilli Palmer
Katharine Dougherty
Tab Hunter
Roger Henderson
Gary Merrill
James Dougherty
Charles Ruggles
Mackenzie Savage
Harold Fong
Toy
Elvia Allman
Mrs. Mooney
Eleanor Audley
Mrs. Thompson (uncredited)
Edith Head
Dress Designer (uncredited)
🎬 Similar Movies
No streaming sources found
💬 Audience Reviews
Audience Score
Write a Review
Quick rating — tap to vote:
Or write a full review: