The James Dean Story
The real story of the most talked-about star of our time!
5.6
29 votes
1957
1h 21m
Documentary
Overview
Released two years after James Dean's death, this documentary chronicles his short life and career via black-and-white still photographs, interviews with the aunt and uncle who raised him, his paternal grandparents, a New York City cabdriver friend, the owner of his favorite Los Angeles restaurant, outtakes from East of Eden, footage of the opening night of Giant, and Dean's ironic PSA for safe driving.
Directed by Robert Altman, George W. George
Top cast
James Dean
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Martin Gabel
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Lew Bracker
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Marvin Carter
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Patsy D'Amore
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Charles Dean
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Emma Dean
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Louis de Liso
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Arlene Martel
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Lili Kardell
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Christine White
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Clint Walker
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Natalie Wood
Self
Gig Young
Self
Jayne Mansfield
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Rock Hudson
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Dennis Hopper
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Mickey Hargitay
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Phyllis Gates
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Clark Gable
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Status
Released
Release date
August 13, 1957
Budget
—
Revenue
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Language
French, English
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