
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: 7.602/10 (518 votes)
- Budget: $3,400,000
- Revenue: $2,500,000
- Production Companies: Hecht-Hill-Lancaster Productions, United Artists, Norma Productions, Curtleigh Productions
- Status: Released
- Popularity: 4.752
- Languages: English
Cast & Crew

Burt Lancaster
as J.J. Hunsecker

Tony Curtis
as Sidney Falco

Susan Harrison
as Susan Hunsecker

Martin Milner
as Steve Dallas

Jeff Donnell
as Sally

Sam Levene
as Frank D' Angelo

Joe Frisco
as Herbie Temple

Barbara Nichols
as Rita

Emile Meyer
as Lt. Harry Kello

Edith Atwater
as Mary
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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
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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
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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 7.602/10 based on 518 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
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