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Cat on a Hot Tin Roof (1958)

Just one pillow on her bed... and just one desire in her heart.

  • Aug 29, 1958
  • 1h 48m
  • NR

7.6/10

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876 votes on TMDB

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About This Movie

Cat on a Hot Tin Roof is a 1958 drama film directed by Richard Brooks. Its leading cast includes Elizabeth Taylor, Paul Newman and Burl Ives. It runs for 1 hour 48 minutes.

Synopsis

An alcoholic ex-football player drinks his days away, having failed to come to terms with his sexuality and his real feelings for his football buddy who died after an ambiguous accident. His wife is crucified by her desperation to make him desire her: but he resists the affections of his wife. His reunion with his father—who is dying of cancer—jogs a host of memories and revelations for both father and son.

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Before You Pick

Time needed
1 hour 48 minutes
Age rating (US)
NR
Language
English
Audience signal
7.6/10 from 876 TMDB votes

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Original Theatrical Trailer · plays from YouTube

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Cast

  • Elizabeth Taylor Maggie Pollitt
  • Paul Newman Brick Pollitt
  • Burl Ives Harvey 'Big Daddy' Pollitt
  • Judith Anderson Ida 'Big Mama' Pollitt
  • Jack Carson Gooper Pollitt
  • Madeleine Sherwood Mae Pollitt
  • Vaughn Taylor Deacon Davis
  • Larry Gates Dr. Baugh
  • Brian Corcoran Boy (uncredited)
  • Zelda Cleaver Sookey (uncredited)
  • Robert 'Rusty' Stevens Sonny (uncredited)
  • Hugh Corcoran Buster (uncredited)

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