The Great Gatsby(1974)
“Gone is the romance that was so divine”
Overview
Nick Carraway, a young Midwesterner now living on Long Island, finds himself fascinated by the mysterious past and lavish lifestyle of his neighbor, the nouveau riche Jay Gatsby. He is drawn into Gatsby's circle, becoming a witness to obsession and tragedy.
Director
Jack Clayton
Studio
Paramount Pictures
Budget
$7M
Revenue
$27M
Cast
Robert Redford
as Jay Gatsby
Mia Farrow
as Daisy Buchanan
Bruce Dern
as Tom Buchanan
Karen Black
as Myrtle Wilson
Scott Wilson
as George Wilson
Sam Waterston
as Nick Carraway
Lois Chiles
as Jordan Baker
Howard Da Silva
as Meyer Wolfsheim
Roberts Blossom
as Mr. Gatz
Edward Herrmann
as Klipspringer
Elliott Sullivan
as Wilson's Friend
Arthur Hughes
as Dog Vendor
Where to Watch
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Movie Facts
Release Year
1974
Runtime
2h 24m
Language
English
Rating
6.3 / 10
Budget
$7M
Box Office
$27M
Production Companies
Paramount Pictures
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch The Great Gatsby?▼
Check the "Where to Watch" section above for current streaming platforms, rental options, and purchase links for The Great Gatsby (1974).
What is The Great Gatsby about?▼
Nick Carraway, a young Midwesterner now living on Long Island, finds himself fascinated by the mysterious past and lavish lifestyle of his neighbor, the nouveau riche Jay Gatsby. He is drawn into Gatsby's circle, becoming a witness to obsession and tragedy.
Who directed The Great Gatsby?▼
The Great Gatsby was directed by Jack Clayton and released in 1974. It is a drama, romance film.
How long is The Great Gatsby?▼
The Great Gatsby has a runtime of 2 hours and 24 minutes (144 minutes total).
Who stars in The Great Gatsby?▼
The cast of The Great Gatsby includes Robert Redford as Jay Gatsby, Mia Farrow as Daisy Buchanan, Bruce Dern as Tom Buchanan, Karen Black as Myrtle Wilson, Scott Wilson as George Wilson and more.
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