Sweet Smell of Success(1957)
“Beware these “Gentlemen” of the press!”
Overview
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.
Director
Alexander Mackendrick
Studio
Hecht-Hill-Lancaster Productions
Budget
$3M
Revenue
$3M
Cast
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
Chico Hamilton
as The Chico Hamilton Quintet
Paul Horn
as The Chico Hamilton Quintet
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Movie Facts
Release Year
1957
Runtime
1h 37m
Language
English
Rating
7.6 / 10
Budget
$3M
Box Office
$3M
Production Companies
Hecht-Hill-Lancaster Productions • United Artists • Norma Productions
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Where can I watch Sweet Smell of Success?▼
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What is Sweet Smell of Success about?▼
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.
Who directed Sweet Smell of Success?▼
Sweet Smell of Success was directed by Alexander Mackendrick and released in 1957. It is a drama film.
How long is Sweet Smell of Success?▼
Sweet Smell of Success has a runtime of 1 hours and 37 minutes (97 minutes total).
Who stars in Sweet Smell of Success?▼
The cast of Sweet Smell of Success includes 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 and more.
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