A Star Is Born

(1954)

Synopsis

Oft-filmed Hollywood fairy tale about a boozy actor, a fading star who's lost his glitter but still mentors a young, talented up-and-coming singer with whom he falls in love. And while her career sizzles, his fizzles. Costars James Mason and Judy Garland were nominated for Best Actor and Best Actress.

Directors

George Cukor, Moss Hart, Jean Louis, Alan Campbell, Charles Lang, Ira Gershwin

Production year

1954

Rating

Studio

Warner Bros.

Runtime

154 minutes

Cast

Judy Garland, James Mason, Jack Carson, Charles Bickford, Lucy Marlowe