Marilyn Monroe: The Rise of an Icon

Marilyn Monroe: The Rise of an Icon · 2026

Marilyn Monroe: The Rise of an Icon (2026) is a Documentary film directed by Patrick Jeudy, starring Marilyn Monroe, Joe DiMaggio, Dwight D. Eisenhower.

Documentary

Overview

In 1954, Marilyn Monroe—a 28-year-old actress who was not yet a star—traveled to Korea, in the midst of the war, to perform on stage and boost the morale of American troops. She undertook a four-day tour in the dead of winter, immortalized by unforgettable photographs: Marilyn in a sheer, form-fitting dress, in the freezing cold, facing more than 100,000 GIs. This trip was a turning point in her life. Thanks to this unprecedented success, she would reveal herself to herself and to others. Marilyn discovered herself as a radiant, free, sexy, and admired woman. She entered into legend, as well as into every American household of the 1950s.

Cast

Marilyn Monroe, Joe DiMaggio, Dwight D. Eisenhower, Marlene Dietrich, Elsa Lepoivre

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What is "Marilyn Monroe: The Rise of an Icon" about?

In 1954, Marilyn Monroe—a 28-year-old actress who was not yet a star—traveled to Korea, in the midst of the war, to perform on stage and boost the morale of American troops. She undertook a four-day tour in the dead of winter, immortalized by unforgettable photographs: Marilyn in a sheer, form-fitting dress, in the freezing cold, facing more than 100,000 GIs. This trip was a turning point in her life. Thanks to this unprecedented success, she would reveal herself to herself and to others. Marilyn discovered herself as a radiant, free, sexy, and admired woman. She entered into legend, as well as into every American household of the 1950s.

When was "Marilyn Monroe: The Rise of an Icon" released?

Marilyn Monroe: The Rise of an Icon was released in 2026.

Who stars in "Marilyn Monroe: The Rise of an Icon"?

The cast includes Marilyn Monroe, Joe DiMaggio, Dwight D. Eisenhower, Marlene Dietrich.