East of Eden
1955, English. Directed by Elia Kazan.
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In the Salinas Valley in and around World War I, Cal Trask feels he must compete against overwhelming odds with his brother for the love of their father. Cal is frustrated at every turn, from his reaction to the war, how to get ahead in business and in life, and how to relate to his estranged mother.
- Runtime
- 1h 55m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- PG
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East of Eden isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it or buy it online.
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Cast & crew
- Elia KazanDirector
- James DeanCal Trask
- Julie HarrisAbra Bacon
- Raymond MasseyAdam Trask
- Richard DavalosAron Trask
- Jo Van FleetKate Trask
- Burl IvesSam the Sheriff
- Albert DekkerWill Hamilton
- Lois SmithAnne
- Harold GordonGustav Albrecht
- Nick DennisRantani
- Abdullah AbbasTownsman at Carnival (uncredited)
- John AlbanTownsman (uncredited)
Details
- Released
- 10 April 1955
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Paul Osborn
- Budget
- $2
- Box office
- $5M
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What East of Eden is based on
East of Eden is based on East of Eden, a 1952 novel by John Steinbeck, published by Viking Press.
Novel · 1952
East of Eden
By John Steinbeck
Published by Viking Press
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East of Eden: quick answers
Is East of Eden worth watching?
Our verdict is Worth the Hype: Clear your evening for this. It scores 7.5/10 from 851 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is East of Eden?
East of Eden runs 115 minutes (1h 55m).
Does East of Eden have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for East of Eden. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
East of Eden parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
East of Eden is rated PG in India. That rating means it is generally fine for children.
Which OTT platform is East of Eden on?
East of Eden isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it or buy it online. (Checked 13 November 2026.)
What movies are like East of Eden?
If you liked East of Eden, try I Remember Mama, The Long, Hot Summer, A River Runs Through It.
Who directed East of Eden?
East of Eden (1955) was directed by Elia Kazan and stars James Dean, Julie Harris, Raymond Massey.
What is East of Eden based on?
East of Eden is based on East of Eden, a 1952 novel by John Steinbeck, published by Viking Press.