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Bigger Than Life (1956)

The story of the handful of hope that became a fistful of hell!

  • Nov 20, 1956
  • 1h 35m
  • NR

7.2/10

TMDB user score
190 votes on TMDB

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About This Movie

Bigger Than Life is a 1956 drama film directed by Nicholas Ray. Its leading cast includes James Mason, Barbara Rush and Walter Matthau. It runs for 1 hour 35 minutes.

Synopsis

A friendly, successful suburban teacher and father grows dangerously addicted to cortisone, resulting in his transformation into a household despot.

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Before You Pick

Time needed
1 hour 35 minutes
Age rating (US)
NR
Language
English
Audience signal
7.2/10 from 190 TMDB votes

Official Trailer

Bigger Than Life (1956) | The Criterion Collection Trailer · plays from YouTube

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Cast

  • James Mason Ed Avery
  • Barbara Rush Lou Avery
  • Walter Matthau Wally Gibbs
  • Robert F. Simon Dr. Norton
  • Christopher Olsen Richie Avery
  • Roland Winters Dr. Ruric
  • Rusty Lane Bob LaPorte
  • Rachel Stephens Nurse
  • Kipp Hamilton Pat Wade
  • Betty Caulfield Mrs. LaPorte (uncredited)
  • Virginia Carroll Mrs. Jones (uncredited)
  • Renny McEvoy Mr. Jones (uncredited)
  • Billy Jones Mr. Byron (uncredited)
  • Dee Aaker Joe (uncredited)
  • Jerry Mathers Freddie (uncredited)
  • Portland Mason Nancy (uncredited)
  • Natalie Masters Mrs. Tyndall (uncredited)
  • Richard Collier Milkman (uncredited)

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