Man of a Thousand Faces
1957, English. Directed by Joseph Pevney.
The true story of the life and loves of Lon Chaney!
The turbulent life and professional career of vaudeville actor and silent screen horror star Lon Chaney (1883-1930), the man of a thousand faces; bearer of many personal misfortunes that even his great success could not mitigate.
- Runtime
- 2h 2m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- NR
Start now and it ends at ….
Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.8/10 from 47 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch Man of a Thousand Faces
Man of a Thousand Faces isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it or buy it online.
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Cast & crew
- Joseph PevneyDirector
- James CagneyLon Chaney
- Dorothy MaloneCleva Creighton Chaney
- Jane GreerHazel Bennet Chaney
- Marjorie RambeauGert
- Jim BackusClarence Locan
- Robert EvansIrving Thalberg
- Celia LovskyMrs. Chaney
- Jeanne CagneyCarrie Chaney
- Jack AlbertsonDr. J. Wilson Shiels
- Roger SmithCreighton Chaney (at 21)
- Robert LydenCreighton Chaney (at 13)
- Rickie SorensenCreighton Chaney (at 8)
Details
- Released
- 15 August 1957
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Ben Roberts, R. Wright Campbell , Ivan Goff
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Man of a Thousand Faces: quick answers
Is Man of a Thousand Faces worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.8/10 from 47 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Man of a Thousand Faces?
Man of a Thousand Faces runs 122 minutes (2h 2m).
Does Man of a Thousand Faces have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Man of a Thousand Faces. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Man of a Thousand Faces parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Man of a Thousand Faces is rated NR in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is Man of a Thousand Faces on?
Man of a Thousand Faces 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 Man of a Thousand Faces?
If you liked Man of a Thousand Faces, try Sunset Boulevard, Hitchcock, Trumbo.
Who directed Man of a Thousand Faces?
Man of a Thousand Faces (1957) was directed by Joseph Pevney and stars James Cagney, Dorothy Malone, Jane Greer.