An American in Paris is the fun, quirky story of a young artist who lives and loves in Paris. After fighting in World War II, Jerry decides to stay in Paris and pursue his love of painting. While selling his paintings on the street one day, Jerry meets Milo, a rich woman, who decides to be his patron. When they go to dinner that night, however, Jerry sees and becomes infatuated with the beautiful Lise.

After Jerry realizes that Milo's offers of help are not completely innocent, he tries to leave, but she begs him to let her help him. Jerry also chases Lise until she agrees to see him again. They fall in love, but Lise is also involved. Lise is engaged to Jerry's new friend, Henri. Just when it seems the young couple will not be able to stay together, everything works out, and we get...