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6.3 / 10(169 votes)IMDbPG19762h 3mUnited States of America

The Last Tycoon

“He has the power to make anyone's dream come true... except his own.”

Synopsis

Monroe Stahr, a successful movie producer, pursues a beautiful and elusive young woman — all the while working himself to death.

Release History & Theatrical Window

Theatrical Premiere

November 18, 1976

Wide Cinema Exhibition

Key Information & Fast Facts

Director
Elia Kazan
Screenplay & Story
Harold Pinter
Original Score
Maurice Jarre
Original Title
The Last Tycoon
Country of Origin
United States of America
Spoken Languages
English
Runtime
2h 3m
Production Studios
Academy Pictures Corporation, Paramount Pictures

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

Elia Kazan

Screenplay & Story

Harold Pinter, F. Scott Fitzgerald

Original Score & Music

Maurice Jarre

Director of Photography

Victor J. Kemper

Film Editing

Richard Marks

Producers

Sam Spiegel

Literary Origin & Source Material
Novel:F. Scott Fitzgerald

Department Leadership Roster

Harold Pinter

Harold Pinter

Screenplay

Elia Kazan

Elia Kazan

Director

Gene Callahan

Production Design

Maurice Jarre

Maurice Jarre

Original Music Composer

Richard Marks

Richard Marks

Editor

Victor J. Kemper

Victor J. Kemper

Director of Photography

Sam Spiegel

Sam Spiegel

Producer

Anna Hill Johnstone

Costume Design

Anthea Sylbert

Costume Design

Age Classification & Content Advisories

Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.

Primary: PG

PG: Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.

International Certification Matrix

Germany (FSK)16

FSK 16 — Restricted to viewers aged 16 and older.

France (CNC)U

Tous publics — Universal audience.

United States (MPAA)PG

Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.

Official cinematic photography and background stills for The Last Tycoon.

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Frequently Asked Questions About The Last Tycoon

Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.

What is The Last Tycoon about?

Monroe Stahr, a successful movie producer, pursues a beautiful and elusive young woman — all the while working himself to death.

Who directed The Last Tycoon?

The Last Tycoon was directed by Elia Kazan.

Who stars in The Last Tycoon?

The principal cast of The Last Tycoon includes Robert De Niro, Tony Curtis, Robert Mitchum, Jeanne Moreau, Jack Nicholson.

When was The Last Tycoon released and how long is it?

The Last Tycoon was released in 1976 with a total runtime of 2h 3m.

Who composed the musical score for The Last Tycoon?

The original motion picture soundtrack for The Last Tycoon was composed by Maurice Jarre.

Is The Last Tycoon based on a book or true story?

The Last Tycoon is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "F. Scott Fitzgerald".

What is the age rating and content advisory for The Last Tycoon?

The Last Tycoon holds official age classifications: DE: 16 (FSK 16 — Restricted to viewers aged 16 and older.); FR: U (Tous publics — Universal audience.); US: PG (Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.).