Fifty Million Frenchmen: Musical Information & Synopsis
Synopsis
Fifty Million Frenchmen tells the story of a wealthy young American, Peter Forbes, who makes his friends a bet that he can live in Paris without using his money for a month. As Peter navigates the city’s romantic allure and cultural eccentricities, he becomes entangled in a series of comedic misadventures. Fifty Million Frenchmen is a celebration of love, laughter, and the richness of Paris.
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Musical Information
Musical Type: Jazz Age (1929)
Cast Size: 10+
Setting: 1920s / France (Paris)
Creative Team
Music/Lyrics: Cole Porter
Book: Herbert Fields
Cast Albums
Licensing
Fifty Million Frenchmen is available to license through Concord Theatricals.
UK Licensing
USA/Canada Licensing
Resources
Sheet Music: Sheet Music Now➝
Tags
1920s, Comedic, Original, Romantic
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Last Reviewed: January, 2026
