Bigger Than Life (1956)

Name: Bigger Than Life
Genre: Drama
Released: 1956-11-20
Duration: 95 min
Cast: James Mason, Barbara Rush, Walter Matthau, Robert F. Simon, Christopher Olsen

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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Released 1956-11-20 · 95 min · Drama

Directed by Nicholas Ray

Cast

James Mason as Ed Avery
Barbara Rush as Lou Avery
Walter Matthau as Wally Gibbs
Robert F. Simon as Dr. Norton
Christopher Olsen as Richie Avery
Roland Winters as Dr. Ruric
Rusty Lane as Bob LaPorte
Rachel Stephens as Nurse
Kipp Hamilton as Pat Wade
Betty Caulfield as Mrs. LaPorte (uncredited)
Virginia Carroll as Mrs. Jones (uncredited)
Renny McEvoy as Mr. Jones (uncredited)
Billy Jones as Mr. Byron (uncredited)
Dee Aaker as Joe (uncredited)
Jerry Mathers as Freddie (uncredited)