Bigger Than Life (1956)
Bigger Than Life is a 1956 drama movie directed by Nicholas Ray, with a running time of 1h 35m. It stars James Mason, Barbara Rush and Walter Matthau.
A friendly, successful suburban teacher and father grows dangerously addicted to cortisone, resulting in his transformation into a household despot.
Cast
- James Mason as Ed Avery
- Barbara Rush as Lou Avery
- Walter Matthau as Wally Gibbs
- Robert F. Simon as Dr. Norton
- Christopher Olsen as Richie Avery
- Roland Winters as Dr. Ruric
- Rusty Lane as Bob LaPorte
- Rachel Stephens as Nurse
- Kipp Hamilton as Pat Wade
- Betty Caulfield as Mrs. LaPorte (uncredited)
- Virginia Carroll as Mrs. Jones (uncredited)
- Renny McEvoy as Mr. Jones (uncredited)