Norma Jean & Marilyn
“Marilyn Monroe was our fantasy. Norma Jean was her reality.”
Synopsis
This film follows Norma Jean from her simple, ambitious youth to her sex star pinnacle and back down. She moves from lover to lover in order to further her career. She finds fame but never happiness, only knowing seduction but not love.
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Norma Jean and Marilyn Monroe
Type: Trailer • Published 2008-07-29
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Ashley Judd
Norma Jean Dougherty
Mira Sorvino
Marilyn Monroe
Josh Charles
Eddie Jordan
Ron Rifkin
Johnny Hyde
David Dukes
Arthur Miller
Peter Dobson
Joe DiMaggio
Taylor Nichols
Fred Karger
John Rubinstein
Darryl Zanuck
Allan Corduner
Billy Wilder
Dana Goldstone
Lee Strasberg
Micole Mercurio
Mozelle Hyde
Lindsay Crouse
Natasha Lytess
John Apicella
Milton Krasner
Robert Alan Beuth
Commissary Photographer
Frank Birney
Preacher
Earl Boen
Studio Physician
Beth Grant
Grace Goddard
Jeffrey Combs
Montgomery Clift
Release History & Theatrical Window
May 18, 1996
Wide Cinema Exhibition
August 1, 1998
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Tim Fywell
- Screenplay & Story
- Anthony Summers, Jill Isaacs
- Original Score
- Christopher Young
- Original Title
- Norma Jean & Marilyn
- Country of Origin
- United States of America, United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 2h 19m
- Production Studios
- HBO, Miramax, Marvin Worth Productions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Tim Fywell
Anthony Summers, Jill Isaacs
Christopher Young
John Thomas
Glenn Farr
Marvin Worth, Guy Riedel, Udi Nedivi
Department Leadership Roster
Tim Fywell
Director
Cynthia Kay Charette
Production Design
Glenn Farr
Editor
Jill Isaacs
Writer
Guy Riedel
Producer
Ha Nguyen
Costume Design
Udi Nedivi
Producer
John Thomas
Director of Photography
Christopher Young
Original Music Composer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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R: Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
International Certification Matrix
Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Norma Jean & Marilyn
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What is Norma Jean & Marilyn about?
This film follows Norma Jean from her simple, ambitious youth to her sex star pinnacle and back down. She moves from lover to lover in order to further her career. She finds fame but never happiness, only knowing seduction but not love.
Who directed Norma Jean & Marilyn?
Norma Jean & Marilyn was directed by Tim Fywell.
Who stars in Norma Jean & Marilyn?
The principal cast of Norma Jean & Marilyn includes Ashley Judd, Mira Sorvino, Josh Charles, Ron Rifkin, David Dukes.
When was Norma Jean & Marilyn released and how long is it?
Norma Jean & Marilyn was released in 1996 with a total runtime of 2h 19m.
Who composed the musical score for Norma Jean & Marilyn?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Norma Jean & Marilyn was composed by Christopher Young.
Is Norma Jean & Marilyn based on a book or true story?
Norma Jean & Marilyn is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "Anthony Summers".
What is the age rating and content advisory for Norma Jean & Marilyn?
Norma Jean & Marilyn holds official age classifications: US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).