Bigger Than Life
A friendly, successful suburban teacher and father grows dangerously addicted to cortisone, resulting in his transformation into a household despot.
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Bigger Than Life (1956) | The Criterion Collection Trailer
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Where can I watch Bigger Than Life in the United States?
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What are the ratings for Bigger Than Life?
Bigger Than Life scores 7.2 on The Movie Database.
Who stars in Bigger Than Life?
Bigger Than Life stars James Mason, Barbara Rush, Walter Matthau, Robert F. Simon, and Christopher Olsen. Nicholas Ray is the director.
How long is Bigger Than Life?
Bigger Than Life runs 1h 35m (95 minutes).
When did Bigger Than Life come out?
Bigger Than Life was released on November 20, 1956.
Which studio made Bigger Than Life?
Bigger Than Life was produced by 20th Century Fox in the United States.
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