A Star Is Born
1976, English. Directed by Frank Pierson.
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Has-been singing idol John Norman Howard falls in love with young, up-and-coming songstress Esther Hoffman in Frank Pierson's version of the classic love story updated to the rock and roll era.
- Runtime
- 2h 20m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- R
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Cast & crew
- Frank PiersonDirector
- Barbra StreisandEsther Hoffman
- Kris KristoffersonJohn Norman Howard
- Gary BuseyBobbie Ritchie
- Oliver ClarkGary Danziger
- Venetta FieldsThe Oreos
- Clydie KingThe Oreos
- Marta HeflinQuentin
- M.G. KellyBebe Jesus
- Sally KirklandPhotographer
- Joanne LinvilleFreddie
- Uncle RudyMo
- Paul MazurskyBrian Wexler
Details
- Released
- 17 December 1976
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- William A. Wellman, Robert Carson, Frank Pierson
- Budget
- $6M
- Box office
- $80M
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What A Star Is Born is based on
A Star Is Born is based on A Star Is Born, a 1937 film.
Film · 1937
A Star Is Born
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A Star Is Born: quick answers
Is A Star Is Born worth watching?
Our verdict is Snoozefest: Your time is worth more. It scores 6.0/10 from 253 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is A Star Is Born?
A Star Is Born runs 140 minutes (2h 20m).
Does A Star Is Born have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for A Star Is Born. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
A Star Is Born parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
A Star Is Born is rated R in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is A Star Is Born on?
A Star Is Born isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it online. (Checked 10 November 2026.)
What movies are like A Star Is Born?
If you liked A Star Is Born, try The Rose, The Thing Called Love, Purple Rain.
Who directed A Star Is Born?
A Star Is Born (1976) was directed by Frank Pierson and stars Barbra Streisand, Kris Kristofferson, Gary Busey.
What is A Star Is Born based on?
A Star Is Born is based on A Star Is Born, a 1937 film.