When it comes to Vegas , always bet on red. With her fiery hairstyle, primal movements, and dynamic charisma, Ann-Margret always hits the mark. And in the film 1964 «"Viva Las Vegas"» The Swedish beauty is a real firecracker, especially during her amazing dance number to the song "« C'mon Everybody » King rock and roll, which Rolling Stone called one of the greatest moments in rock 'n' roll history.
Movie «"Viva Las Vegas"» , which became a commercial hit, was released in May 1964, in the midst of triumph Elvis Presley on stage and in film. The script was written by Sally Benson , directed by George Sidney , choreographed David Winters . Starring Presley in the role Lucky Jackson , a race car driver in love with a swimming instructor Rusty Martin , which she played Ann-Margret . Throughout the film, the couple sings, dances, races, flies—it's bright, it's fast, it's a Las Vegas-style spectacle.
The film opens with a legendary dance scene. Lucky meets Rusty at the local gym for a dance. Then Lucky begins singing "C'mon Everybody," a rousing anthem written specifically for the film. Joy Byers . Meanwhile, Rusty can't help but sway his hips and lose himself in the melody.
«That’s why Elvis is the King,” he writes. RS . "Not because he's starred in dozens of these films, most of which are pure trash. Not because they're all full of banal scenes where he can just walk into the local gym and be begged to perform this or that song... No, he's the King because of the superhuman confidence he displays in every moment.".
Despite all his self-confidence, it is Ann-Margret who ultimately steals the show: «Elvis would be the first to admit that even the King couldn’t outshine Ann-Margret in virtuosity,» he adds. RS . Her explosive "orgasmic frenzy" and irresistible "Swedish-born hips" set the tone for the montage, making this fiery dance number the defining moment that elevates the film from hilarious to unforgettable.
To this day «"Viva Las Vegas"» is widely considered to be Presley's best film, aided by his on-screen chemistry with Ann-Margret. Steven Spielberg , who publicly named «"Viva Las Vegas"» one of his favorite films, even considers this film to be one of his biggest fans. We call it a jackpot.
Movie «"Viva Las Vegas"» available for free viewing on Tubi .
See also: The 1977 soft rock classic, which featured the iconic pool party scene, ranks among the greatest rock 'n' roll movie moments.
This article was originally published by Parade on June 5, 2026, in the Entertainment section. Add Parade to your list of recommended sources by clicking here.