A Streetcar Named Desire
"...Blanche, who wanted so much to stay a lady..."
Originally released in 1951. A Streetcar Named Desire is a drama/thriller film. directed by Elia Kazan. With a runtime of 2h 5m, it's an epic theatrical experience.
Starring Vivien Leigh, Marlon Brando, and Kim Hunter
Synopsis
A disturbed, aging Southern belle moves in with her sister for solace — but being face-to-face with her brutish brother-in-law accelerates her downward spiral.
Quick Facts
Release Date
September 18, 1951
74 years ago
Runtime
2h 5m
125 minutes total
User Rating
7.6/10
Great (1,440 votes)
Budget
$1.8M
Production budget
Box Office
$8M
4.4x return
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
- Budget
- $1,800,000
- Revenue
- $8,000,000
Production Companies
- Charles K. Feldman Group
- Warner Bros. Pictures
Frequently Asked Questions
What is A Streetcar Named Desire about?
A disturbed, aging Southern belle moves in with her sister for solace — but being face-to-face with her brutish brother-in-law accelerates her downward spiral.
Who directed A Streetcar Named Desire?
A Streetcar Named Desire was directed by Elia Kazan.
How long is A Streetcar Named Desire?
A Streetcar Named Desire has a runtime of 2 hours and 5 minutes (125 minutes total).
When was A Streetcar Named Desire released?
A Streetcar Named Desire was released on September 18, 1951 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in A Streetcar Named Desire?
The main cast of A Streetcar Named Desire includes Vivien Leigh, Marlon Brando, Kim Hunter, Karl Malden, Rudy Bond.
Is A Streetcar Named Desire worth watching?
A Streetcar Named Desire has a user rating of 7.6/10 based on 1,440 reviews, indicating very good reception from audiences.