Gaily, Gaily (1969): cast, story & where to watch
1969 · Film · ★ 2.7
Released in 1969, Gaily, Gaily is a comedy film directed by Norman Jewison, running about 107 minutes. “The movie of a 19-year-old who went to town-- who went to TOWN!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. After runaway Ben Young is robbed and left on his own, he is taken in by Lil, the head of a Chicago brothel. Acting as a surrogate mother for Ben, who thinks she runs a boardinghouse, Lil gets him a job with Francis Sullivan at the local newspaper. As Ben is exposed to the workings of the big city, he realizes the extent of government corruption and sets out on the daunting task of reforming Chicago politics, finding several allies along the way.
Who’s in it. Gaily, Gaily stars Beau Bridges as Ben Harvey, Melina Mercouri as Lil, Brian Keith as Francis Sullivan and George Kennedy as Axel P. Johanson, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 2.7/10, Gaily, Gaily has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Gaily, Gaily page.
If you liked it. Fans of Gaily, Gaily tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Gaily, Gaily (1969)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Gaily, Gaily change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Gaily, Gaily worth watching?
- Gaily, Gaily holds an audience score of 2.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Gaily, Gaily?
- Gaily, Gaily stars Beau Bridges, Melina Mercouri, Brian Keith, George Kennedy and Hume Cronyn.
- When was Gaily, Gaily released?
- Gaily, Gaily was released in 1969, with a runtime of about 107 minutes.