Sweet Smell of Success
Beware these “Gentlemen” of the press!
Where to Watch
Overview
New York City newspaper writer J.J. Hunsecker holds considerable sway over public opinion with his Broadway column, but one thing that he can't control is his younger sister, Susan, who is in a relationship with aspiring jazz guitarist Steve Dallas. Hunsecker strongly disapproves of the romance and recruits publicist Sidney Falco to find a way to split the couple, no matter how ruthless the method.
Cast
Burt LancasterJ.J. Hunsecker
Tony CurtisSidney Falco
Susan HarrisonSusan Hunsecker
Martin MilnerSteve Dallas
Jeff DonnellSally
Sam LeveneFrank D' Angelo
Joe FriscoHerbie Temple
Barbara NicholsRita
Emile MeyerLt. Harry Kello
Edith AtwaterMary
Chico HamiltonThe Chico Hamilton QuintetPaul HornThe Chico Hamilton Quintet
Crew
DirectorAlexander Mackendrick
Details
Release DateJuly 4, 1957
Budget$3,400,000
Revenue$2,500,000
LanguagesEnglish
StudiosHecht-Hill-Lancaster Productions, United Artists, Norma Productions, Curtleigh Productions
