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The Jayne Mansfield Story

1980Movie1 h 40 minPG-13

56
DecentGoodWatch score

A sensual, moving drama movie about a real life story and history.

Good for date night · friends night · thought-provoking

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Armed with an imposing physical presence and a shrewd ability to capture press attention, Jayne Mansfield carved her path in Hollywood by molding a "buxom dumb blonde" caricature and positioning herself as Marilyn Monroe's primary studio rival. As she achieved success on the screen and on magazine covers, she met bodybuilder Mickey Hargitay, the newly crowned Mr. Universe. Together, they formed an iconic, glamour-filled power couple in the eyes of the media. However, behind the public shine of their dazzling lifestyle and the birth of their children, Jayne's career began to decline as Hollywood's tastes shifted and the archetype that catapulted her to fame became obsolete.

Feels like

  • Biopic of a Sex Symbol
  • Hollywood in the 1950s
  • Tragic Rise and Fall
  • Exploration of Fame
  • Nostalgic Look at the Past
  • Complex Female Character
  • Behind-the-Scenes Drama
  • Critique of Media Culture

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Directed by
Dick Lowry

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Facts

October 29, 1980 · 1 h 40 min · PG-13

Released
October 29, 1980
Runtime
1 h 40 min
Age rating
PG-13
Content
Nudity, Sexual Content, Strong Language
Genres
Drama, TV Movie
Original language
English
Made in
United States
Available in
109 countries

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Where can I stream The Jayne Mansfield Story?

In the United States, The Jayne Mansfield Story streams on Cultpix. It also streams in 108 other countries.

Is The Jayne Mansfield Story worth watching?

56
DecentGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 56 (IMDb 5.3).

Is The Jayne Mansfield Story okay for kids?

PG-13NuditySexual contentStrong language

Better for older viewers: it's rated PG-13 in the United States for nudity, sexual content, and strong language, and the viewing guide lists it for adults.

Is The Jayne Mansfield Story good for date night?

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Yes: romance is 6 of 10, and the viewing guide lists it for date night.

Is The Jayne Mansfield Story plot-driven or character-driven?

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Mostly character-driven: it leans on character depth (7 of 10) and pathos (7 of 10) more than on its plot.