Fools' Parade (1971): cast, story & where to watch
1971 · Film · ★ 7.4
Released in 1971, Fools' Parade is a comedy, thriller and drama film directed by Andrew V. McLaglen, running about 98 minutes. “Glory, W.Va., 1935. It wasn't exactly a parade. It wasn't a time for celebration. It was a time to run for your life.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. When a trio of ex-convicts led by Mattie Appleyard is released from prison, they hope to open a general store using money Mattie has saved during his 40-year sentence. This attempt is met with great resistance from a corrupt prison official and the banker who issued Mattie the check.
Who’s in it. Fools' Parade stars James Stewart as Mattie Appleyard, George Kennedy as Dallas 'Doc' Council, Anne Baxter as Cleo and Strother Martin as Lee Cottrill, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.4/10, Fools' Parade has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on fuboTV. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Fools' Parade page.
If you liked it. Fans of Fools' Parade tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Fools' Parade (1971)?
- In US, Fools' Parade is available to stream on fuboTV. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Fools' Parade worth watching?
- Fools' Parade holds an audience score of 7.4 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy, thriller and drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Fools' Parade?
- Fools' Parade stars James Stewart, George Kennedy, Anne Baxter, Strother Martin and Kurt Russell.
- When was Fools' Parade released?
- Fools' Parade was released in 1971, with a runtime of about 98 minutes.