Giant (1956)
Giant is a 1956 drama movie directed by George Stevens, with a running time of 3h 21m. It stars Elizabeth Taylor, Rock Hudson and James Dean.
Wealthy rancher Bick Benedict and dirt-poor cowboy Jett Rink both woo Leslie Lynnton, a beautiful young woman from Maryland who is new to Texas. She marries Benedict, but she is shocked by the racial bigotry of the White Texans against the local people of Mexican descent. Rink discovers oil on a small plot of land, and while he uses his vast, new wealth to buy all the land surrounding the Benedict ranch, the Benedict's disagreement over prejudice fuels conflict that runs across generations.
Quick answers
What is Giant about?
Wealthy rancher Bick Benedict and dirt-poor cowboy Jett Rink both woo Leslie Lynnton, a beautiful young woman from Maryland who is new to Texas. She marries Benedict, but she is shocked by the racial bigotry of the White Texans against the local people of Mexican descent. Rink discovers oil on a small plot of land, and while he uses his vast, new wealth to buy all the land surrounding the Benedict ranch, the Benedict's disagreement over prejudice fuels conflict that runs across generations.
When was Giant released?
Giant was released on 8 November 1956.
How long is Giant?
Giant runs 3h 21m.
Who made Giant?
Giant was directed by George Stevens.
Where can I watch Giant?
Giant is available on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Fandango At Home, Google Play Movies, Spectrum On Demand and YouTube.
Where to watch Giant
Rent: Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Fandango At Home, Google Play Movies, Spectrum On Demand, YouTube
Buy: Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Fandango At Home, Google Play Movies, YouTube
Cast
- Elizabeth Taylor as Leslie Lynnton Benedict
- Rock Hudson as Jordan "Bick" Benedict Jr.
- James Dean as Jett Rink
- Carroll Baker as Luz Benedict II
- Jane Withers as Vashti Synthe
- Chill Wills as Uncle Bawley
- Mercedes McCambridge as Luz Benedict
- Dennis Hopper as Jordan "Jordy" Benedict III
- Sal Mineo as Angel Obregón II
- Rod Taylor as Sir David Karfrey
- Judith Evelyn as Mrs. Nancy Lynnton
- Earl Holliman as 'Bob' Dace
