The Star

The Star

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

7.2 /10 43 votes
December 11, 1952 1h 29m Released

Storyline

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.

Key Information

Director Stuart Heisler
Writers Katherine Albert, Dale Eunson
Studio Bert E. Friedlob Productions
Rating 7.2/10
Language EN

Watch Trailer

Photos

Cast & Crew

Bette Davis

Bette Davis

Margaret Elliot

Sterling Hayden

Sterling Hayden

Jim Johannsen aka Barry Lester

Natalie Wood

Natalie Wood

Gretchen

Warner Anderson

Warner Anderson

Harry Stone

Minor Watson

Minor Watson

Joe Morrison

June Travis

June Travis

Phyllis Stone

Paul Frees

Paul Frees

Richard Stanley

Robert Warwick

Robert Warwick

R.J. an Aging Actor at Party

Barbara Lawrence

Barbara Lawrence

Barbara Lawrence

Fay Baker

Fay Baker

Faith

Herb Vigran

Herb Vigran

Roy

Marie Blake

Marie Blake

The Stones' Maid Annie (uncredited)

Frequently Asked Questions

The Star was released on December 11, 1952.

The runtime of The Star is 1h 29m.

The Star is a Drama, Romance movie.

The Star has a rating of 7.2 out of 10 on TMDB.

The Star is available to watch. Check streaming platforms and theaters near you.

The Star was directed by Stuart Heisler.

The main cast of The Star includes Bette Davis, Sterling Hayden, Natalie Wood.

The Star is originally in English.