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The story of the handful of hope that became a fistful of hell! - Bigger Than Life
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Title: Bigger Than Life

Release Date: 20 Nov 1956

Runtime: 1h 35m

Genre: Drama

Director: 20th Century Fox

Production Companies: 20th Century Fox

Overview: A friendly, successful suburban teacher and father grows dangerously addicted to cortisone, resulting in his transformation into a household despot.

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Average Vote: 7.149 (164 votes)

Cast

  • Ed Avery: James Mason
  • Lou Avery: Barbara Rush
  • Wally Gibbs: Walter Matthau
  • Dr. Norton: Robert F. Simon
  • Richie Avery: Christopher Olsen
  • Dr. Ruric: Roland Winters
  • Bob LaPorte: Rusty Lane
  • Nurse: Rachel Stephens
  • Pat Wade: Kipp Hamilton
  • Mrs. LaPorte (uncredited): Betty Caulfield
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