Elmer Gantry (1960)
Elmer Gantry is a 1960 drama movie directed by Richard Brooks, with a running time of 2h 26m. It stars Burt Lancaster, Jean Simmons and Arthur Kennedy.
A charismatic charlatan begins a business, and eventually romantic, relationship with a roadside evangelist to sell religion to 1920s America. Based on Sinclair Lewis' novel of the same name.
Quick answers
What is Elmer Gantry about?
A charismatic charlatan begins a business, and eventually romantic, relationship with a roadside evangelist to sell religion to 1920s America. Based on Sinclair Lewis' novel of the same name.
When was Elmer Gantry released?
Elmer Gantry was released on 7 July 1960.
How long is Elmer Gantry?
Elmer Gantry runs 2h 26m.
Who made Elmer Gantry?
Elmer Gantry was directed by Richard Brooks.
Where can I watch Elmer Gantry?
Elmer Gantry is available on ScreenPix Amazon Channel , ScreenPix Apple TV Channel, YouTube TV and Tubi TV.
Where to watch Elmer Gantry
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Cast
- Burt Lancaster as Elmer Gantry
- Jean Simmons as Sister Sharon Falconer
- Arthur Kennedy as Jim Lefferts
- Dean Jagger as William L. Morgan
- Shirley Jones as Lulu Bains
- Patti Page as Sister Rachel
- Edward Andrews as George F. Babbitt
- John McIntire as Rev. John Pengilly
- Hugh Marlowe as Rev. Philip Garrison
- Joe Maross as Pete
- Philip Ober as Reverend Planck
- Barry Kelley as Police Captain Holt