---
title: "Patterns"
year: 1956
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/patterns-1956"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 86782
imdb_id: "tt0049601"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 83
community_rating: 7.2
vote_count: 57
content_rating: "Unrated"
---

# Patterns (1956) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/patterns-1956

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Patterns is a 1956 American boardroom drama film directed by Fielder Cook and starring Van Heflin, Everett Sloane, Ed Begley, Beatrice Straight, and Elizabeth Wilson. The film is sometimes referred to as Patterns of Power. The screenplay was written by Rod Serling, who adapted it from his earlier teleplay of the same name. In the film, a cruel chief executive officer aims to eliminate internal opposition by sabotaging and humiliating a good-natured executive. The CEO uses this tactic in an effort to force the executive's resignation and position a reticent new hire as his new yes man. The feature-length drama offers a behind-the-scenes look at the corporate world.

## The Hook & The Verdict

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | fuboTV, MGM+ Amazon Channel, Philo, MGM Plus Roku Premium Channel, MGM Plus, TCM, Troma NOW, Artiflix | Kanopy, Hoopla, Darkroom, Fawesome | Amazon Video, Fandango At Home |
| **United Kingdom (GB)** | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, Artiflix | Plex | Amazon Video |
| **Canada (CA)** | Artiflix | Hoopla | None |
| **Australia (AU)** | Artiflix | Tubi TV, Plex | None |

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Fielder Cook
- **Networks / Studios**: Jed Harris, Michael Myerberg, United Artists

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Van Heflin** as *Fred Staples*
- **Everett Sloane** as *Walter Ramsey*
- **Ed Begley** as *Bill Briggs*
- **Beatrice Straight** as *Nancy Staples*
- **Elizabeth Wilson** as *Marge Fleming*
- **Joanna Roos** as *Margaret Lanier*
- **Valerie Cossart** as *Martha Stevens*
- **Eleni Kiamos** as *Sylvia Trammel*
- **Ronnie Welsh** as *Paul Briggs*
- **Shirley Standlee** as *Miss Hill*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: Where can I stream or watch Patterns online?
Patterns is currently available to watch or stream on fuboTV, MGM+ Amazon Channel, Philo, MGM Plus Roku Premium Channel. Check our live regional availability tracker above for latest direct streaming, subscription, rent, or purchase options.

### Q: Is Patterns worth watching?
Patterns holds a community rating of 7.2/10 based on 57 verified viewer ratings. It offers engaging Drama for fans of the genre.

### Q: How long is the movie Patterns and when was it released?
Patterns is a feature film with a runtime of 83 minutes. It was released in 1956. Release status: Released.

### Q: Who directed Patterns?
Patterns was directed by Fielder Cook.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [Patterns — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/86782)
- [Patterns (1956) - Full cast & crew - IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0049601/fullcredits/)
- [Patterns (film) - Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Patterns_(film))
- [Patterns (1956) - Cast & Crew — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/86782-patterns/cast)
- [Patterns (film)](https://en-academic.com/dic.nsf/enwiki/637959)
- [Patterns (1956) – full review! | Classic Film Guide](https://www.classicfilmguide.com/indexbf84.html)

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