The Bad and the Beautiful

The Bad and the Beautiful

Directed by Vincente Minnelli
19521hr 58min

Step into the glamorous and cutthroat world of 1950s Hollywood in "The Bad and the Beautiful." This cinematic masterpiece takes you on a thrilling journey through the rise and fall of Jonathan Shields, a charismatic yet ruthless producer who stops at nothing to achieve success.

As the story unfolds through the perspectives of different characters - a writer, a star, and a director - you'll be captivated by the intricate web of relationships, betrayals, and ambitions that shape Shields' tumultuous career. With stellar performances and a gripping narrative, this film delves deep into the dark side of fame and fortune in the movie industry.

Prepare to be swept away by the glitz and glamour of old Hollywood, but beware, as behind the dazzling facade lies a world of manipulation and deceit. "The Bad and the Beautiful" is not just a tale of ambition and power; it's a compelling exploration of the price one must pay for success in the ruthless world of show business.

Cast

Kirk Douglas

Jonathan Shields

Kirk Douglas

Steve Forrest

Actor in Georgia's Screen Test (uncredited)

Steve Forrest

Dabbs Greer

Studio Lighting Technician (uncredited)

Dabbs Greer

Kathleen Freeman

Miss March (uncredited)

Kathleen Freeman

Lana Turner

Georgia Lorrison

Lana Turner

Barry Sullivan

Fred Amiel

Barry Sullivan

Gloria Grahame

Rosemary Bartlow

Gloria Grahame

Dick Powell

James Lee Bartlow

Dick Powell

Paul Stewart

Syd Murphy

Paul Stewart

Stanley Andrews

Sheriff (uncredited)

Stanley Andrews

Madge Blake

Mrs. Rosser (uncredited)

Madge Blake

Walter Pidgeon

Harry Pebbel

Walter Pidgeon

Gilbert Roland

Victor "Gaucho" Ribera

Gilbert Roland

Barbara Billingsley

Evelyn Lucien (Costumer) (uncredited)

Barbara Billingsley

Franklyn Farnum

Assistant on Set (uncredited)

Franklyn Farnum

Ned Glass

Wardrobe Man (uncredited)

Ned Glass

Ivan Triesault

Von Ellstein

Ivan Triesault

Leo G. Carroll

Henry Whitfield

Leo G. Carroll

Bess Flowers

Joe's Friend at Party (uncredited)

Bess Flowers

Christopher Olsen

Amiel's Boy (uncredited)

Christopher Olsen

George J. Lewis

"Far Away Mountain" Test Actor #2 (uncredited)

George J. Lewis

Ted Jordan

Assistant Director (uncredited)

Ted Jordan

Hans Moebus

Party Guest (uncredited)

Hans Moebus

Louis Calhern

Georgia Lorrison's Father (voice) (uncredited)

Louis Calhern

Sandy Descher

Little Girl Screaming on "Cat Man" Set (uncredited)

Sandy Descher

Harry Tyler

Man (uncredited)

Harry Tyler

Vanessa Brown

Kay Amiel

Vanessa Brown

Mike Lally

Preview Ticket Taker (uncredited)

Mike Lally

Roger Moore

Cigar Clerk (uncredited)

Roger Moore

William Tannen

Reporter (uncredited)

William Tannen

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