The Star
“The story of a woman...who thought she was a star so high in the sky no man could touch her!”
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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
Bette Davis
as Margaret Elliot
Sterling Hayden
as Jim Johannsen aka Barry Lester
Natalie Wood
as Gretchen
Warner Anderson
as Harry Stone
Minor Watson
as Joe Morrison
June Travis
as Phyllis Stone
Paul Frees
as Richard Stanley
Robert Warwick
as R.J. an Aging Actor at Party
Barbara Lawrence
as Barbara Lawrence
Fay Baker
as Faith
Herb Vigran
as Roy
Marie Blake
as The Stones' Maid Annie (uncredited)
Claire Carleton
as Jailbird (uncredited)
Marcia Mae Jones
as Waitress (uncredited)
William H. O'Brien
as Waiter at Party (uncredited)
Joe Gilbert
as Party Guest (uncredited)
Herschel Graham
as Party Guest (uncredited)
Sam Harris
as Party Guest (uncredited)
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About The Star
“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. Running 89 minutes.
The Star Cast and Characters
The cast features Bette Davis (as Margaret Elliot), Sterling Hayden (as Jim Johannsen aka Barry Lester), Natalie Wood (as Gretchen), Warner Anderson (as Harry Stone), and Minor Watson (as Joe Morrison). Their performances are a major reason The Star has built such a passionate audience.
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The Star flies under the radar but it deserves your attention. What makes it work is emotional weight that hits where it counts and chemistry between leads that actually feels real. If you enjoy English storytelling that doesn't follow the same tired beats, this is the kind of film you'll end up recommending to friends.
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Where can I watch The Star online for free?
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How long is The Star?
The Star runs for 89 minutes (about 1.5 hour).
Is The Star good? What's the rating?
The Star holds a 7.3/10 rating based on 46 reviews — well above average.
Who is in the cast of The Star?
The main cast includes Bette Davis, Sterling Hayden, Natalie Wood, and Warner Anderson, plus a strong supporting ensemble.
Is The Star available in English?
Yes — The Star was originally produced in English and that's the version you'll stream here on Bowood.TV.
When was The Star released?
The Star was released in 1952.
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Where can I watch The Star for free?
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What is The Star about?
The Star is a Drama/Romance English-language film. 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.
When was The Star released?
The Star was released on December 11, 1952. It has a runtime of 1h 29m. The film was produced by Bert E. Friedlob Productions.
Who stars in The Star?
The Star stars Bette Davis, Sterling Hayden, Natalie Wood and Warner Anderson. The full cast list is available in the Cast section above.
Is The Star available in HD?
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