The Great Gatsby
Synopsis
Adaptation of the 1925 novel by F. Scott Fitzgerald for "Playhouse 90." A Midwesterner becomes fascinated with his wealthy neighbor, who obsesses over his lost love.
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Franklin J. Schaffner
- Screenplay & Story
- F. Scott Fitzgerald, David Shaw
- Original Title
- The Great Gatsby
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 28m
- Production Studios
- CBS
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Franklin J. Schaffner
F. Scott Fitzgerald, David Shaw
Martin Manulis
Department Leadership Roster
Martin Manulis
Producer
David Shaw
Writer
Franklin J. Schaffner
Director
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Great Gatsby
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What is The Great Gatsby about?
Adaptation of the 1925 novel by F. Scott Fitzgerald for "Playhouse 90." A Midwesterner becomes fascinated with his wealthy neighbor, who obsesses over his lost love.
Who directed The Great Gatsby?
The Great Gatsby was directed by Franklin J. Schaffner.
Who stars in The Great Gatsby?
The principal cast of The Great Gatsby includes Robert Ryan, Jeanne Crain, Virginia Grey, Rod Taylor, Patricia Barry.
When was The Great Gatsby released and how long is it?
The Great Gatsby was released in 1958 with a total runtime of 1h 28m.
Is The Great Gatsby based on a book or true story?
The Great Gatsby is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "F. Scott Fitzgerald".