Elvis’s Funniest Moments in Blue Hawaii – See the Bloopers You Missed!

Elvis Presley’s Blue Hawaii is more than just a visual treat with its breathtaking Hawaiian landscapes and unforgettable soundtrack — it’s also filled with fun mistakes that make us love the King of Rock ‘n’ Roll even more.

While Elvis dazzled audiences in the 1961 musical with his magnetic charm, a few bloopers managed to slip past the editors.

Elvis Presley was a one-of-a-kind talent, known for his music, performances, and iconic good looks. While people debate about his best movie, Blue Hawaii rarely lands in the top three. However, it’s still a fan-favorite with something special that keeps people coming back.

A few little-known bloopers The film is full of amusing moments, showcasing Elvis’s great sense of humor. He had the chance to work with many talented actors, including some comedy legends of the time. Despite mixed reviews, Blue Hawaii was a box office hit, becoming the 10th highest-grossing film of 1961, earning $4.2 million. Elvis’s portrayal of Chad Gates, a laid-back ex-G.I. who leaves his father’s fruit business to become a tour guide, was both charming and fun.

And we can’t forget about the soundtrack! Hits like Can’t Help Falling in Love topped the charts and remain popular to this day.

But beyond the stunning scenery and Elvis’s charisma, Blue Hawaii is also filled with little-known bloopers and mistakes that make the film even more enjoyable today. Ready to spot some of these fun details? Let’s dive in!

A new kind of Elvis One surprising aspect of Blue Hawaii is that it was the first movie where Elvis’s character wasn’t a performer with a reason to sing. Instead, Chad Gates would randomly burst into song — whether on the beach or while paddling a canoe. Though it may seem a bit cheesy, this spontaneous singing adds to the film’s charm and fun.

The blueprint for future movies After Blue Hawaii became a hit, Elvis’s manager, Colonel Tom Parker, saw a successful formula. He decided to use this as a template for future Presley films — exotic locations, beautiful co-stars, and plenty of songs. And it worked! Elvis made it to the Top Ten Box-Office Stars list seven times throughout the 1960s.

A crowd of fans Here’s an interesting tidbit for the next time you watch Blue Hawaii. According to IMDb, when Chad (Elvis) steps off the plane, you can actually hear the sound of hundreds of fans cheering in the background. How cool is that?

Juliet Prowse’s special demands It’s hard to imagine Blue Hawaii without Joan Blackman, who played Maile Duval. But originally, Juliet Prowse, who starred with Elvis in G.I. Blues (1960), was supposed to play the role. However, she had some unusual demands, like bringing her own makeup artist and flying her secretary to Hawaii. When these requests were turned down, she left the project.

Elvis felt uncomfortable Though Elvis was often praised for his performance in Blue Hawaii, the experience wasn’t always as fun for him. Anne Fulchino, a publicity director who worked with him, noticed Elvis seemed uneasy during filming. She recalled that he appeared frustrated and even disgusted with the movie, which made her respect him more for knowing he deserved better material.

When Elvis yelled “CUT!” Filming Blue Hawaii wasn’t always easy for Elvis. With fans following him everywhere, he had to rely on extra security to stay safe, which meant missing out on some of the island’s attractions. But one thing he did get to enjoy was taking golf lessons from pro Gary Player. Elvis’s awkward first attempt at golf left Gary adjusting his swing, but Elvis was in good spirits as always.

Elvis played a prank Elvis had a playful side, and during filming, he pulled off a hilarious prank on his crew. His girlfriend, Anita Wood, helped him pretend to be dead, causing a panic among his team. After everyone rushed to his side, Elvis casually revealed he was just fine, saying, “I just wanted to see what you guys would do.”

The red MG roadster If you’re an Elvis fan, you know he loved cars — especially luxurious ones. During Blue Hawaii filming, Elvis became smitten with a 1960 MGA 1600 MkI roadster, which he later bought. The red MG is now part of his impressive car collection at Graceland, along with motorcycles, Cadillacs, and more.

A popular wedding location Hawaii quickly became one of Elvis’s favorite filming spots, and for good reason! He filmed three movies there, and one of the most memorable scenes in Blue Hawaii is the picnic scene with Chad and Maile. That spot, located on Tantalus Drive, is now a popular wedding location due to its stunning view.

Elvis and the Coco Palms Resort While filming, Elvis stayed at the Coco Palms Resort, which also appeared in the movie. This resort was the backdrop for Elvis and Joan Blackman’s on-screen wedding and the scene where he sang Hawaiian Wedding Song. Though the resort was destroyed by a hurricane in 1992, the site remains a piece of Elvis history.

Elvis wanted to marry Joan Blackman During filming, Elvis developed a strong connection with Joan Blackman. The chemistry between them was undeniable, and Elvis even asked her to appear in more of his films. However, Joan had other ambitions and wanted to be known for her acting ability, not just her relationship with Elvis.

A bad cut There’s a noticeable blooper in the “Almost Always True” car scene. Maile’s hands shift positions on the steering wheel, and Chad’s arm changes from resting to stretched out, all due to a quick edit. A classic continuity mistake!

Pineapple field scene In the pineapple field scene, Ellie is seen in the back seat of the car, but when Chad returns with pineapple, Ellie has mysteriously switched to the passenger seat. This continuity error is another fun detail to catch.

The magic ukulele Blue Hawaii features 14 songs, more than any other Elvis film. During one scene, Chad strums the ukulele, but if you look closely, he doesn’t change the chords even though the music does. Later, Elvis gave that ukulele to his friend Hank Garland, a Nashville guitar player, who became a part of Elvis’s touring band.

Chad’s uniform patch The patch on Chad’s uniform in Blue Hawaii is the insignia of the 3rd Armored Division of the U.S. Army, the division Elvis served with in Germany. It’s a neat nod to his real-life military service.

Elvis’s final holiday In a touching full-circle moment, Elvis returned to Hawaii for his last vacation in 1977. He stayed at the Hilton Rainbow Tower and later moved to a beach house. From golf lessons with Gary Player to the beauty of Hawaii, Blue Hawaii was an unforgettable part of Elvis’s life.

Blue Hawaii wasn’t just another movie for Elvis — it was a special time filled with fun, mischief, and musical magic. Behind the scenes, even with the chaos, Elvis made sure to enjoy himself. Whether it was bloopers, pranks, or his personal connection to the Aloha spirit, this film will always remain a classic.