Kid Galahad (1962): cast, story & where to watch
1962 · Film · ★ 6.1
Released in 1962, Kid Galahad is a comedy, drama and music film directed by Phil Karlson, running about 95 minutes. “Presley packs the the screen's biggest wallop...with the gals...with the gloves...with the guitar!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. After completing his military service, Walter Gulick takes a job as a sparring partner at a gym, the owner of which sees potential in Walter as a professional fighter—and takes him under his wing.
Who’s in it. Kid Galahad stars Elvis Presley as Walter Gulick, Gig Young as Willy Grogan, Lola Albright as Dolly Fletcher and Joan Blackman as Rose Grogan, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.1/10, Kid Galahad has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Kid Galahad page.
If you liked it. Fans of Kid Galahad tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Kid Galahad (1962)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Kid Galahad change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Kid Galahad worth watching?
- Kid Galahad holds an audience score of 6.1 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy, drama and music. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Kid Galahad?
- Kid Galahad stars Elvis Presley, Gig Young, Lola Albright, Joan Blackman and Charles Bronson.
- When was Kid Galahad released?
- Kid Galahad was released in 1962, with a runtime of about 95 minutes.