Overview

A dramatization of the story of legendary movie actor James Dean. The film's writer, William Bast, had roomed with Dean in the early '50s, when both were trying to break into films as actors, and was his lover for a time.

Cast

Stephen McHattie, Brooke Adams, Michael Brandon, Meg Foster, Candy Clark, Dane Clark, Katherine Helmond, Amy Irving

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What is "James Dean" about?

A dramatization of the story of legendary movie actor James Dean. The film's writer, William Bast, had roomed with Dean in the early '50s, when both were trying to break into films as actors, and was his lover for a time.

When was "James Dean" released?

James Dean was released in 1976.

Who stars in "James Dean"?

The cast includes Stephen McHattie, Brooke Adams, Michael Brandon, Meg Foster.