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Sweet Smell of Success

Sweet Smell of Success

Beware these “Gentlemen” of the press!

New York City newspaper writer J.J. Hunsecker holds considerable sway over public opinion with his Broadway column, but one thing that he can't control is his younger sister, Susan, who is in a relationship with aspiring jazz guitarist Steve Dallas. Hunsecker strongly disapproves of the romance and recruits publicist Sidney Falco to find a way to split the couple, no matter how ruthless the method.

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Movie Details

  • Original Title: Sweet Smell of Success
  • Genres: Drama
  • Release Date: 1957-07-04
  • Runtime: 97 minutes
  • Rating: 7.605/10 (529 votes)
  • Budget: $3,400,000
  • Revenue: $2,500,000
  • Production Companies: Hecht-Hill-Lancaster Productions, United Artists, Norma Productions, Curtleigh Productions
  • Status: Released
  • Popularity: 1.8671
  • Languages: English

Cast & Crew

Burt Lancaster

Burt Lancaster

as J.J. Hunsecker

Tony Curtis

Tony Curtis

as Sidney Falco

Susan Harrison

Susan Harrison

as Susan Hunsecker

Martin Milner

Martin Milner

as Steve Dallas

Jeff Donnell

Jeff Donnell

as Sally

Sam Levene

Sam Levene

as Frank D' Angelo

Joe Frisco

Joe Frisco

as Herbie Temple

Barbara Nichols

Barbara Nichols

as Rita

Emile Meyer

Emile Meyer

as Lt. Harry Kello

Edith Atwater

Edith Atwater

as Mary

Gallery

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Trailers & Clips

J.J. Hunsecker's Proposition

Dinner With The Senator

Susan & Steve's Secret Romance

John Landis on THE SWEET SMELL OF SUCCESS

Critics' Picks - 'Sweet Smell of Success' | The New York Times

External Links

Keywords

media tycoonnew york citynewspapersibling relationshipjazz singer or musicianfilm noirblack and whitegossip columnist

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Sweet Smell of Success?â–Ľ

Sweet Smell of Success is a Drama movie directed by . It was released on 1957-07-04.

Who are the main actors in Sweet Smell of Success?â–Ľ

The main cast includes Burt Lancaster, Tony Curtis, Susan Harrison, Martin Milner, Jeff Donnell, .

Where can I watch Sweet Smell of Success online?â–Ľ

You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if Sweet Smell of Success is available.

Is Sweet Smell of Success based on a true story?â–Ľ

Beware these “Gentlemen” of the press!

What is the IMDb rating of Sweet Smell of Success?â–Ľ

Sweet Smell of Success has an IMDb rating of 7.605/10 based on 529 votes.

What is the budget and revenue of Sweet Smell of Success?â–Ľ

The movie had a production budget of $3,400,000 and earned $2,500,000 at the box office.

Who composed the soundtrack for Sweet Smell of Success?â–Ľ

The soundtrack was composed by Hecht-Hill-Lancaster Productions, United Artists, Norma Productions, Curtleigh Productions. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.

Where was Sweet Smell of Success filmed?â–Ľ

Sweet Smell of Success was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.

How long is Sweet Smell of Success?â–Ľ

The total runtime of Sweet Smell of Success is 97 minutes.

Is Sweet Smell of Success suitable for kids?â–Ľ

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

Will there be a sequel to Sweet Smell of Success?â–Ľ

There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to Sweet Smell of Success.

Does Sweet Smell of Success have a post-credit scene?â–Ľ

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

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