Viva Las Vegas (1964)

Lucky Jackson arrives in Las Vegas with his car literally in tow ready for the first Grand Prix — once he has the money for an engine. He gets the cash easily enough but mislays it when the pretty pool manageress takes his mind off things. It seems he'll lose both race and girl, problems complicated by rivalry from womanizing fellow racer Elmo Mancini.

Genres: Music, Romance, Comedy

What to watch after Viva Las Vegas

• Pal Joey (1957) — Same subject: singer
• Jailhouse Rock (1957) — Elvis Presley appears in both
• Blue Hawaii (1961) — Same feel: fun, joyous
• Bye Bye Birdie (1963) — George Sidney directed both
• Gigi (1958)
• The Pirate (1948)