Trip to America (1951): cast, story & where to watch
1951 · Film

Released in 1951, Trip to America is a comedy film directed by Henri Lavorel, running about 91 minutes.
What it’s about. As part of the fascination in post World War II France with American culture, a young French couple here travel to the US to see for themselves the prosperity they have heard about.
Who’s in it. Trip to America stars Pierre Fresnay as Gaston Fournier, Yvonne Printemps as Clotilde Fournier, Jean Brochard as le maire and Claude Laydu as François Soalhat, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Trip to America page.
If you liked it. Fans of Trip to America tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Trip to America (1951)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Trip to America change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in Trip to America?
- Trip to America stars Pierre Fresnay, Yvonne Printemps, Jean Brochard, Claude Laydu and Olivier Hussenot.
- When was Trip to America released?
- Trip to America was released in 1951, with a runtime of about 91 minutes.