Told in flashback form, the film traces the rise and fall of a tough, ambitious Hollywood producer, Jonathan Shields, as seen through the eyes of various acquaintances, including a writer, James Lee Bartlow; a star, Georgia Lorrison; and a director, Fred Amiel. He is a hard-driving, ambitious man who ruthlessly uses everyone on the way to becoming one of Hollywood's top movie makers.
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The Bad and the Beautiful: frequently asked questions
Where can I watch The Bad and the Beautiful?
The Bad and the Beautiful is streaming in the US on TCM and Hoopla. To rent or buy: Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, Fandango At Home.
When was The Bad and the Beautiful released?
The Bad and the Beautiful was released on December 25, 1952.
Who is in the cast of The Bad and the Beautiful?
The main cast includes Lana Turner (Georgia Lorrison), Kirk Douglas (Jonathan Shields), Walter Pidgeon (Harry Pebbel), and Dick Powell (James Lee Bartlow).
Who directed The Bad and the Beautiful?
The Bad and the Beautiful was directed by Vincente Minnelli.
How long is The Bad and the Beautiful?
The Bad and the Beautiful runs 118 minutes (1 h 58 min).
How is The Bad and the Beautiful rated?
The Bad and the Beautiful has a rating of 7.3/10 on TMDB from 310 votes.