

James Dean
2001, English. Directed by Mark Rydell.
The stars that burn brightest burn quickest
The man behind the legend and a knowing look at 1950s Hollywood are revealed in this dynamic biopic of the meteoric star whose troubled life echoed his gut-grabbing performances in East of Eden, Rebel Without a Cause and Giant.
- Runtime
- 1h 36m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- PG
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Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.8/10 from 117 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch James Dean
James Dean isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can buy it online.
Availability in India as of 9 November 2026. Streaming data by JustWatch.
Cast & crew
- Mark RydellDirector
- James FrancoJames Dean
- Michael MoriartyWinton Dean
- Valentina CerviPier Angeli
- Enrico ColantoniElia Kazan
- Edward HerrmannRaymond Massey
- Joanne LinvilleHedda Hopper
- John PleshetteBilly Rose
- Barry PrimusNicholas Ray
- David ProvalDaniel Mann
- Samuel GouldMartin Landau
- Amy RydellChristine White
- Wendy Benson-LandesJulie Harris
Details
- Released
- 4 August 2001
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Israel Horovitz
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James Dean: quick answers
Is James Dean worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.8/10 from 117 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is James Dean?
James Dean runs 96 minutes (1h 36m).
Does James Dean have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for James Dean. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
James Dean parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
James Dean is rated PG in India. That rating means it is generally fine for children.
Which OTT platform is James Dean on?
James Dean isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can buy it online. (Checked 9 November 2026.)
What movies are like James Dean?
If you liked James Dean, try Elvis, The Audrey Hepburn Story, The Girl.
Who directed James Dean?
James Dean (2001) was directed by Mark Rydell and stars James Franco, Michael Moriarty, Valentina Cervi.