Giant
1956, English. Directed by George Stevens.
Sometimes any man can be a giant . . .
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.
- Runtime
- 3h 21m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- NR
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Where to watch Giant
Giant isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it or buy it online.
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Cast & crew
- George StevensDirector
- Elizabeth TaylorLeslie Lynnton Benedict
- Rock HudsonJordan 'Bick' Benedict
- James DeanJett Rink
- Carroll BakerLuz Benedict II
- Jane WithersVashti Synthe
- Chill WillsUncle Bawley
- Mercedes McCambridgeLuz Benedict
- Dennis HopperJordy Benedict
- Sal MineoAngel Obregón II
- Rod TaylorDavid Karfrey
- Judith EvelynNancy Lynnton
- Earl HollimanBob Dace
Details
- Released
- 8 November 1956
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Ivan Moffat, Fred Guiol
- Budget
- $5.4M
- Box office
- $33M
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What Giant is based on
Giant is based on Giant (1952) by Edna Ferber, published by Doubleday.
1952
Giant
By Edna Ferber
Published by Doubleday
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Giant: quick answers
Is Giant worth watching?
Our verdict is Worth the Hype: Clear your evening for this. It scores 7.6/10 from 785 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Giant?
Giant runs 201 minutes (3h 21m).
Does Giant have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Giant. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Giant parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Giant is rated NR in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is Giant on?
Giant isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it or buy it online. (Checked 30 October 2026.)
What movies are like Giant?
If you liked Giant, try Hud, The Misfits, East of Eden.
Who directed Giant?
Giant (1956) was directed by George Stevens and stars Elizabeth Taylor, Rock Hudson, James Dean.
What is Giant based on?
Giant is based on Giant (1952) by Edna Ferber, published by Doubleday.