Gigi (1949): cast, story & where to watch

1949 · Film · ★ 5.6

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Released in 1949, Gigi is a comedy and romance film directed by Jacqueline Audry, running about 82 minutes.

What it’s about. Gilberte is a sixteen year old girl raised by her aunt and grandmother to be a demimondaine. But she's not ready for that yet, and spends her days in lessons and in teasing Mamita's old friend, the rich playboy Gaston LaChaille, and following his affairs from afar. But when Gaston throws off his latest mistress, it looks as if Gigi just might be ready to begin her destined career.

Who’s in it. Gigi stars Danièle Delorme as Gilberte dite 'Gigi', Gaby Morlay as Tante Alicia, Jean Tissier as Honoré and Yvonne de Bray as Mamita, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 5.6/10, Gigi 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 Gigi page.

If you liked it. Fans of Gigi tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Gigi (1949)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Gigi change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Gigi worth watching?
Gigi holds an audience score of 5.6 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Gigi?
Gigi stars Danièle Delorme, Gaby Morlay, Jean Tissier, Yvonne de Bray and Frank Villard.
When was Gigi released?
Gigi was released in 1949, with a runtime of about 82 minutes.