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Bigger Than Life

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

★ 7.2 / 10 (190 votes)November 20, 195695 minEN
Drama

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

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Movie facts

Release dateNovember 20, 1956
StatusReleased
Runtime95 min
Rating★ 7.2 / 10
CertificationNR
Original languageEnglish
CountryUnited States of America
Budget—
Revenue—
Production20th Century Fox
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Showing availability for: United States

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Crew

Director

Nicholas Ray

Writers

Richard Maibaum, Richard Maibaum, Cyril Hume, Cyril Hume

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Cast

James MasonJames MasonEd Avery
Barbara RushBarbara RushLou Avery
Walter MatthauWalter MatthauWally Gibbs
Robert F. SimonRobert F. SimonDr. Norton
Christopher OlsenChristopher OlsenRichie Avery
Roland WintersRoland WintersDr. Ruric
Rusty LaneRusty LaneBob LaPorte
Rachel StephensRachel StephensNurse
Kipp HamiltonKipp HamiltonPat Wade
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Betty CaulfieldMrs. LaPorte (uncredited)
Virginia CarrollVirginia CarrollMrs. Jones (uncredited)
Renny McEvoyRenny McEvoyMr. Jones (uncredited)
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