The Merry Pilgrims (1951): cast, story & where to watch
1951 · Film
Released in 1951, The Merry Pilgrims is a comedy and music film directed by Fred Pasquali, running about 93 minutes.
What it’s about. With no contract in view, Aimé Barelli, the leader of the band of the same name, decides to take a holiday. As this is the Holy Year, the young artist accepts to follow his mother on a pilgrimage to Rome. His band members - complete with their agent - decide to follow suit. Good idea because on the train to Rome, there is a whole class of charming schoolgirls, including charming Rosita and - surprise ! - Nicole, Aimé's pretty but elusive beloved. The trip is cheerful but eventful and life gets even more complicated with the interference of Duranval, a fake talent agent but genuine trouble shooter. At a time confusion is such that a bomb explodes and the whole gang find themselves in ... heaven! But Saint Peter has pity on them and sends them back to earth. At long last Aimé can marry Nicole while his musicians spread mirth around them.
Who’s in it. The Merry Pilgrims stars Aimé Barelli as Self, Grégoire Aslan as Ernest Duranval, Pierre Destailles as The twins and Kenneth Spencer, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Merry Pilgrims page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Merry Pilgrims tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Merry Pilgrims (1951)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Merry Pilgrims change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in The Merry Pilgrims?
- The Merry Pilgrims stars Aimé Barelli, Grégoire Aslan, Pierre Destailles, Kenneth Spencer and Nicole Francis.
- When was The Merry Pilgrims released?
- The Merry Pilgrims was released in 1951, with a runtime of about 93 minutes.