Billy Bigelow has been dead for 15 years. Now outside the pearly gates, he long ago waived his right to go back to Earth for a day. He has heard that there is a problem with his family: namely with his wife Julie Bigelow, née Jordan, and his child he hasn't met. He would now like to head back to Earth to assist in rectifying the problem; but before he may go, he has to get permission from the gatekeeper by telling him his story. Adapted from the Rodgers and Hammerstein hit Broadway musical.
Gordon MacRae
as Billy Bigelow
Shirley Jones
as Julie Jordan
Cameron Mitchell
as Jigger Craigin
Barbara Ruick
as Carrie Pipperidge
Claramae Turner
as Cousin Nettie
Robert Rounseville
as Mr. Enoch Snow
Gene Lockhart
as Starkeeper / Dr. Selden
Audrey Christie
as Mrs. Mullin
Susan Luckey
as Louise Bigelow
William LeMassena
as Heavenly Friend
John Dehner
as Mr. Bascombe
Jacques d'Amboise
as Louise's 'Starlight Carnival' Dancing Partner
