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Sunset Boulevard

Sunset Boulevard

A Hollywood Story.

A hack screenwriter writes a screenplay for a former silent film star who has faded into Hollywood obscurity.

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Movie Details

  • Original Title: Sunset Boulevard
  • Genres: Drama
  • Release Date: 1950-08-10
  • Runtime: 110 minutes
  • Rating: 8.3/10 (2796 votes)
  • Budget: $1,752,000
  • Revenue: $5,000,000
  • Production Companies: Paramount Pictures
  • Status: Released
  • Popularity: 3.3139
  • Languages: English

Cast & Crew

William Holden

William Holden

as Joe Gillis

Gloria Swanson

Gloria Swanson

as Norma Desmond

Erich von Stroheim

Erich von Stroheim

as Max von Mayerling

Nancy Olson

Nancy Olson

as Betty Schaefer

Fred Clark

Fred Clark

as Sheldrake

Lloyd Gough

Lloyd Gough

as Morino

Jack Webb

Jack Webb

as Artie Green

Franklyn Farnum

Franklyn Farnum

as Undertaker

Larry J. Blake

Larry J. Blake

as 1st Finance Man

Charles Dayton

Charles Dayton

as 2nd Finance Man

Gallery

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Trailers & Clips

Cliff “Method Man” Smith Discusses SUNSET BOULEVARD and Classic Film | TCMFF 2025

75th Anniversary Spot

75th Anniversary Trailer

Billy Wilder on making SUNSET BLVD

"I Am Big, It's the Pictures That Got Small" Clip

External Links

Keywords

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Sunset Boulevard?

Sunset Boulevard is a Drama movie directed by . It was released on 1950-08-10.

Who are the main actors in Sunset Boulevard?

The main cast includes William Holden, Gloria Swanson, Erich von Stroheim, Nancy Olson, Fred Clark, .

Where can I watch Sunset Boulevard online?

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

Is Sunset Boulevard based on a true story?

A Hollywood Story.

What is the IMDb rating of Sunset Boulevard?

Sunset Boulevard has an IMDb rating of 8.3/10 based on 2796 votes.

What is the budget and revenue of Sunset Boulevard?

The movie had a production budget of $1,752,000 and earned $5,000,000 at the box office.

Who composed the soundtrack for Sunset Boulevard?

The soundtrack was composed by Paramount Pictures. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.

Where was Sunset Boulevard filmed?

Sunset Boulevard was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.

How long is Sunset Boulevard?

The total runtime of Sunset Boulevard is 110 minutes.

Is Sunset Boulevard suitable for kids?

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

Will there be a sequel to Sunset Boulevard?

There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to Sunset Boulevard.

Does Sunset Boulevard have a post-credit scene?

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

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