Movie

Gidget

“Watch out Brigitte...here comes Gidget!”

★ 6.0(43)19591h 35m

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Good to know

Director: Paul Wendkos
Release date: 1959-04-09
Runtime: 1h 35m
Language: English
Box office: $1,500,000
Status: Released
Country: United States of America
Studio: Columbia Pictures
Part of: The Gidget Collection

Gidget — trailer

About Gidget

Gidget is a 1959 movie in the Comedy and Romance genres, directed by Paul Wendkos, starring Sandra Dee, James Darren and Cliff Robertson. It has a runtime of 1 hour 35 minutes. It holds an average rating of 6.0/10 from 43 viewers. Below you can see where to watch Gidget in United Arab Emirates — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

Due to an accident while swimming in the sea, Francis meets the surfer Moondoggie. She's fascinated with his sport and starts to hang out with his clique. Although they make fun of her at first, they teach her to surf and soon she's accepted and given the nickname "Gidget". But it's hard work to become more than a friend to Moondoggie.

Cast

Sandra Dee

Gidget

James Darren

Moondoggie

Cliff Robertson

The Big Kahuna

Arthur O'Connell

Russell Lawrence

Mary LaRoche

Mrs. Dorothy Lawrence

Joby Baker

Stinky

Tom Laughlin

Lover Boy

Sue George

Betty Louise aka B.L.

Robert Ellis

Hot Shot

Jo Morrow

Mary Lou

Yvonne Craig

Nan

Patti Kane

Patti

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch Gidget in United Arab Emirates?+

Gidget is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in United Arab Emirates. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is Gidget on Netflix?+

Gidget is not on Netflix in United Arab Emirates right now.

How long is Gidget?+

Gidget has a runtime of 1 hour 35 minutes (95 minutes).

Who stars in Gidget?+

Gidget stars Sandra Dee, James Darren, Cliff Robertson, Arthur O'Connell and Mary LaRoche.

When did Gidget come out?+

Gidget is a 1959 movie directed by Paul Wendkos.

What genre is Gidget?+

Gidget is Comedy and Romance film.

Who directed Gidget?+

Gidget was directed by Paul Wendkos.