Twist Around The Clock (1961): cast, story & where to watch
1961 · Film · ★ 3.5
Released in 1961, Twist Around The Clock is a comedy and music film directed by Oscar Rudolph, running about 83 minutes. “It's twist-errific! - the first full-length movie about the twist!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. The plot is virtually identical to the plot of the earlier film "Rock Around the Clock." A struggling manager visits a hayseed town and discovers a new dance craze, and hopes to turn it into a overnight nationwide sensation. Features performances by Chubby Checker and Dion.
Who’s in it. Twist Around The Clock stars Chubby Checker as Himself, Dion DiMucci as Himself, Vicki Spencer as Herself and John Cronin as Mitch Mason, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 3.5/10, Twist Around The Clock has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Twist Around The Clock page.
If you liked it. Fans of Twist Around The Clock tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Twist Around The Clock (1961)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Twist Around The Clock change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Twist Around The Clock worth watching?
- Twist Around The Clock holds an audience score of 3.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and music. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Twist Around The Clock?
- Twist Around The Clock stars Chubby Checker, Dion DiMucci, Vicki Spencer, John Cronin and Mary Mitchel.
- When was Twist Around The Clock released?
- Twist Around The Clock was released in 1961, with a runtime of about 83 minutes.