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The Star (1952)

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The story of a woman...who thought she was a star so high in the sky no man could touch her!

Actress Margaret Elliot is well past her prime but refuses to retire from the acting business. Despite entreaties from both her daughter, Gretchen, and one-time professional colleague Jim Johannsen, Margaret remains convinced that she can regain her former glory. As she sets her sights on a coveted Hollywood role, Johannsen tries doggedly to get his unrequited love to see the folly of her ways.

Cast & Crew

Director
Stuart Heisler
  • Profile picture of Bette Davis
    Margaret Elliot Bette Davis
  • Profile picture of Sterling Hayden
    Jim Johannsen aka Barry Lester Sterling Hayden
  • Profile picture of Natalie Wood
    Gretchen Natalie Wood
  • Profile picture of Warner Anderson
    Harry Stone Warner Anderson
  • Profile picture of Minor Watson
    Joe Morrison Minor Watson
  • Profile picture of June Travis
    Phyllis Stone June Travis
  • Profile picture of Paul Frees
    Richard Stanley Paul Frees
  • Profile picture of Robert Warwick
    R.J. an Aging Actor at Party Robert Warwick

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