The Parent Trap
"Caught in a merry marital mix-up!"
Originally released in 1961. The Parent Trap is a comedy/family film. directed by David Swift. With a runtime of 2h 9m, it's an epic theatrical experience.
Starring Hayley Mills, Maureen O'Hara, and Brian Keith
Synopsis
Two identical twin sisters, separated at birth by their parents' divorce, are reunited years later at a summer camp, where they scheme to bring their parents back together. The girls, one of whom has been living with their mother and the other with their father, switch places after camp and go to work on their plan, the first objective being to scare off a gold-digger pursuing their father.
Quick Facts
Release Date
May 13, 1961
64 years ago
Runtime
2h 9m
129 minutes total
User Rating
7.0/10
Great (412 votes)
Box Office
$29.7M
Worldwide gross
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top Cast
Hayley Mills
as Susan Evers / Sharon McKendrick
Maureen O'Hara
as Margaret 'Maggie' McKendrick
Brian Keith
as Mitch Evers
Charles Ruggles
as Charles McKendrick
Cathleen Nesbitt
as Louise McKendrick
Una Merkel
as Verbena
Joanna Barnes
as Vicky Robinson
Linda Watkins
as Edna Robinson
Crahan Denton
as Hecky
Leo G. Carroll
as Rev. Dr. Mosby
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
- Revenue
- $29,650,385
Production Companies
- Walt Disney Productions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Parent Trap about?
Two identical twin sisters, separated at birth by their parents' divorce, are reunited years later at a summer camp, where they scheme to bring their parents back together. The girls, one of whom h...
Who directed The Parent Trap?
The Parent Trap was directed by David Swift.
How long is The Parent Trap?
The Parent Trap has a runtime of 2 hours and 9 minutes (129 minutes total).
When was The Parent Trap released?
The Parent Trap was released on May 13, 1961 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Parent Trap?
The main cast of The Parent Trap includes Hayley Mills, Maureen O'Hara, Brian Keith, Charles Ruggles, Cathleen Nesbitt.
Is The Parent Trap worth watching?
The Parent Trap has a user rating of 7.0/10 based on 412 reviews, indicating very good reception from audiences.