James Dean (1976)
A legend of his own time!
A dramatization of the story of legendary movie actor James Dean. The film's writer, William Bast, had roomed with Dean in the early '50s, when both were trying to break into films as actors, and was his lover for a time.
Director: Robert Butler
Genre: Drama, TV Movie
Runtime: 94 min
Release Date: February 19, 1976
Cast
- Stephen McHattie - James Dean
- Brooke Adams - Beverly
- Michael Brandon - William Bast
- Meg Foster - Dizzy Sheridan
- Candy Clark - Chris White
- Dane Clark - James Whitmore
- Katherine Helmond - Claire Folger
- Amy Irving - Norma Jean
- Jayne Meadows - Reva Randall
- Julian Burton - Ray
Screenplay
Music: Billy Goldenberg
Cinematography: Frank Stanley
Editing: John A. Martinelli
Production: William Bast Productions, The Jozak Company
Country: United States of America
Language: English
Original Language: en
Keywords
rise and fall, price of fame, gay theme
More Films by Director: Robert Butler
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is James Dean about?
- A dramatization of the story of legendary movie actor James Dean. The film's writer, William Bast, had roomed with Dean in the early '50s, when both were trying to break into films as actors, and was his lover for a time.
- Who directed James Dean?
- James Dean was directed by Robert Butler.
- Who stars in James Dean?
- James Dean stars Stephen McHattie, Brooke Adams, Michael Brandon, Meg Foster, Candy Clark, Dane Clark.
- How long is James Dean?
- James Dean has a runtime of 1h 34m (94 minutes).
- What genre is James Dean?
- James Dean is a Drama, TV Movie film.
- Where was James Dean produced?
- James Dean was produced in United States of America.