Baby Doll (1956)
Baby Doll is a 1956 drama movie directed by Elia Kazan, with a running time of 1h 54m. It stars Karl Malden, Carroll Baker and Eli Wallach.
Archie Lee Meighan is a failing cotton gin owner who is married to Baby Doll, a 19-year old childlike beauty whose father arranged the marriage for financial reasons. As Archie awaits the arrival of Baby Doll's 20th birthday, the day that they are supposed to consummate their marriage, he faces interference from business rival Silva Vacarro, who plots to seduce Baby Doll away from Meighan.
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What is Baby Doll about?
Archie Lee Meighan is a failing cotton gin owner who is married to Baby Doll, a 19-year old childlike beauty whose father arranged the marriage for financial reasons. As Archie awaits the arrival of Baby Doll's 20th birthday, the day that they are supposed to consummate their marriage, he faces interference from business rival Silva Vacarro, who plots to seduce Baby Doll away from Meighan.
When was Baby Doll released?
Baby Doll was released on 29 December 1956.
How long is Baby Doll?
Baby Doll runs 1h 54m.
Who made Baby Doll?
Baby Doll was directed by Elia Kazan.
Where can I watch Baby Doll?
Baby Doll is available on YouTube TV, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Fandango At Home, Google Play Movies and YouTube.
Where to watch Baby Doll
Stream: YouTube TV
Rent: Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Fandango At Home, Google Play Movies, YouTube
Buy: Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Fandango At Home, Google Play Movies, YouTube
Cast
- Karl Malden as Archie Lee Meighan
- Carroll Baker as Baby Doll Meighan
- Eli Wallach as Silva Vacarro
- Mildred Dunnock as Aunt Rose Comfort
- Lonny Chapman as Rock
- Eades Hogue as Town Marshal
- Noah Williamson as Deputy
- R.G. Armstrong as Townsman Sid (voice) (uncredited)
- Madeleine Sherwood as Nurse in Doctor's Office (uncredited)
- Rip Torn as The Dentist (uncredited)