Bigger Than Life
"The story of the handful of hope that became a fistful of hell!"
Originally released in 1956. Bigger Than Life is a drama film. directed by Nicholas Ray.
Starring James Mason, Barbara Rush, and Walter Matthau
Synopsis
A friendly, successful suburban teacher and father grows dangerously addicted to cortisone, resulting in his transformation into a household despot.
Quick Facts
Release Date
November 20, 1956
69 years ago
Runtime
1h 35m
95 minutes total
User Rating
7.2/10
Great (175 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top Cast
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- 20th Century Fox
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bigger Than Life about?
A friendly, successful suburban teacher and father grows dangerously addicted to cortisone, resulting in his transformation into a household despot.
Who directed Bigger Than Life?
Bigger Than Life was directed by Nicholas Ray.
How long is Bigger Than Life?
Bigger Than Life has a runtime of 1 hours and 35 minutes (95 minutes total).
When was Bigger Than Life released?
Bigger Than Life was released on November 20, 1956 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Bigger Than Life?
The main cast of Bigger Than Life includes James Mason, Barbara Rush, Walter Matthau, Robert F. Simon, Christopher Olsen.
Is Bigger Than Life worth watching?
Bigger Than Life has a user rating of 7.2/10 based on 175 reviews, indicating very good reception from audiences.