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Bigger Than Life

Bigger Than Life

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

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 Details

  • Original Title: Bigger Than Life
  • Genres: Drama
  • Release Date: 1956-11-20
  • Runtime: 95 minutes
  • Rating: 7.1/10 (170 votes)
  • Budget: $0
  • Revenue: $0
  • Production Companies: 20th Century Fox
  • Status: Released
  • Popularity: 0.6881
  • Languages: English

Cast & Crew

James Mason

James Mason

as Ed Avery

Barbara Rush

Barbara Rush

as Lou Avery

Walter Matthau

Walter Matthau

as Wally Gibbs

Robert F. Simon

Robert F. Simon

as Dr. Norton

Christopher Olsen

Christopher Olsen

as Richie Avery

Roland Winters

Roland Winters

as Dr. Ruric

Rusty Lane

Rusty Lane

as Bob LaPorte

Rachel Stephens

Rachel Stephens

as Nurse

Kipp Hamilton

Kipp Hamilton

as Pat Wade

Betty Caulfield

Betty Caulfield

as Mrs. LaPorte (uncredited)

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Trailers & Clips

Bigger than life |TRAILER|

Bigger Than Life (1956) | The Criterion Collection Trailer

External Links

Keywords

husband wife relationshipparanoiadrug addictionhallucinationfamily relationshipshospitaldrugsmental illnessschoolteachercortisoneverbal abusefamily lifefather son relationshippersonality changemood swing

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Bigger Than Life?

Bigger Than Life is a Drama movie directed by . It was released on 1956-11-20.

Who are the main actors in Bigger Than Life?

The main cast includes James Mason, Barbara Rush, Walter Matthau, Robert F. Simon, Christopher Olsen, .

Where can I watch Bigger Than Life online?

You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if Bigger Than Life is available.

Is Bigger Than Life based on a true story?

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

What is the IMDb rating of Bigger Than Life?

Bigger Than Life has an IMDb rating of 7.1/10 based on 170 votes.

What is the budget and revenue of Bigger Than Life?

The movie had a production budget of $0 and earned $0 at the box office.

Who composed the soundtrack for Bigger Than Life?

The soundtrack was composed by 20th Century Fox. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.

Where was Bigger Than Life filmed?

Bigger Than Life was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.

How long is Bigger Than Life?

The total runtime of Bigger Than Life is 95 minutes.

Is Bigger Than Life suitable for kids?

The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.

Will there be a sequel to Bigger Than Life?

There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to Bigger Than Life.

Does Bigger Than Life have a post-credit scene?

Some movies include post-credit scenes. Stay till the end to find out!

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