State Fair (1962): cast, story & where to watch
1962 · Film · ★ 5.1
Released in 1962, State Fair is a comedy, romance and music film directed by José Ferrer, running about 120 minutes.
What it’s about. Texan farmers the Frake family head for the Texas State Fair in Dallas. The parents are focused on winning the competitions for livestock and cooking. However, their restless daughter Margy and her brother Wayne meet attractive new love interests.
Who’s in it. State Fair stars Pat Boone as Wayne Frake, Bobby Darin as Jerry Dundee, Pamela Tiffin as Margy Frake and Ann-Margret as Emily Porter, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.1/10, State Fair has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch State Fair page.
If you liked it. Fans of State Fair tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch State Fair (1962)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for State Fair change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is State Fair worth watching?
- State Fair holds an audience score of 5.1 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy, romance and music. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in State Fair?
- State Fair stars Pat Boone, Bobby Darin, Pamela Tiffin, Ann-Margret and Tom Ewell.
- When was State Fair released?
- State Fair was released in 1962, with a runtime of about 120 minutes.