The Pleasure Seekers (1964): cast, story & where to watch

1964 · Film · ★ 5.8

The Pleasure Seekers poster

Released in 1964, The Pleasure Seekers is a comedy, romance and music film directed by Jean Negulesco, running about 107 minutes. “They're Out to Make the Most of Madrid!” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. A trio of gorgeous American tourists hope to find love while vacationing in Spain. Secretary Maggie Williams falls hard for a married newsman named Paul Barton while fighting off the advances of one of his employees. Singer Fran Hobson sets her sights on a handsome European doctor. And coed Susie Higgins receives an unexpected proposal from smooth-talking womanizer Emilio Lacaya.

Who’s in it. The Pleasure Seekers stars Ann-Margret as Fran Hobson, Anthony Franciosa as Emilio Lacayo, Carol Lynley as Maggie Williams and Gardner McKay as Pete Mc Coy, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 5.8/10, The Pleasure Seekers has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response. It went on to earn $2M at the box office.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Pleasure Seekers page.

If you liked it. Fans of The Pleasure Seekers tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch The Pleasure Seekers (1964)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Pleasure Seekers change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is The Pleasure Seekers worth watching?
The Pleasure Seekers holds an audience score of 5.8 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 The Pleasure Seekers?
The Pleasure Seekers stars Ann-Margret, Anthony Franciosa, Carol Lynley, Gardner McKay and Pamela Tiffin.
When was The Pleasure Seekers released?
The Pleasure Seekers was released in 1964, with a runtime of about 107 minutes.