The James Dean Story

"The real story of the most talked-about star of our time!"

Released two years after James Dean's death, this documentary chronicles his short life and career via black-and-white still photographs, interviews with the aunt and uncle who raised him, his paternal grandparents, a New York City cabdriver friend, the owner of his favorite Los Angeles restaurant, outtakes from East of Eden, footage of the opening night of Giant, and Dean's ironic PSA for safe driving.

Release Date

August 13, 1957

Status

Released

Original Title

The James Dean Story

Runtime

1h 21min

Budget

Revenue

Language

English, French

Production Companies

Warner Bros. Pictures