A Face in the Crowd 1957
“POWER! He loved it! He took it raw in big gulpfuls … he liked the taste, the way it mixed with the bourbon and the sin in his blood!”
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 125 minutes
- Director
- Elia Kazan
- Networks
- Newtown Productions, Warner Bros. Pictures
What is A Face in the Crowd?
A Face in the Crowd is a film first released in 1957. Catalogued under Drama.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 1957
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 125 minutes
- Release date
- May 29, 1957
- Studios
- Newtown Productions, Warner Bros. Pictures
- Genres
- Drama
- Updated
At a glance
- Rating
- ★ TMDB users: 7.6/10
- Episode runtime
- ~125 minutes
- Status
- Released
- Networks
- Newtown Productions, Warner Bros. Pictures
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Overview
A Face in the Crowd is a film first released in 1957. Catalogued under Drama. Produced and broadcast by Newtown Productions, Warner Bros. Pictures. Current status: Released.
Should you watch it?
“A charismatic drifter climbs from jail to TV fame, reshaping politics.”
- Examines media manipulation and power
- Shows a striking rise‑and‑fall arc
- Reflects 1950s social concerns
- Runtime is over two hours
- Pacing reflects its 1950s drama style
Watch it if you’re interested in media satire and classic 1950s drama.
The film offers a dark, critical view of fame and politics, best suited for mature viewers.
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Frequently asked questions
When was A Face in the Crowd released?
It was released in the United States on May 29, 1957.
Who wrote the screenplay?
The screenplay was written by Budd Schulberg, based on his short story "Your Arkansas Traveler."
What is the basic premise of the film?
It follows an Arkansas drifter who rises from a back‑country jail to media stardom and political influence.
How long is the film?
The runtime is approximately two hours and five minutes.
What genre does the film belong to?
It is classified as a drama.
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