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The Star

1952Movie1 h 29 minNR

DramaRomance
44
WeakGoodWatch score
IMDb6.9Metacritic54–Rotten Tomatoes25%58%
44
WeakGoodWatch score
IMDb6.9Metacritic54–Rotten Tomatoes25%58%

Summary

Actress Margaret Elliot is well past her prime but refuses to retire from the acting business. Despite entreaties from both her daughter, Gretchen, and one-time professional colleague Jim Johannsen, Margaret remains convinced that she can regain her former glory.

Good for

  • Date night
  • Friends night
  • Teens

Where to watch

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Not for laughs, scares or comfort.

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Cast

15 of 15

Crew

Directed by
Stuart Heisler
Written by
Katherine Albert, Dale Eunson
Produced by
Bert E. Friedlob
Music by
Victor Young

Everyone

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Facts

December 11, 1952 · 1 h 29 min · NR

Released
December 11, 1952
Runtime
1 h 29 min
Age rating
NR
Genres
Drama, Romance
Original language
English
Made in
United States
Available in
3 countries

Tropes

As Herself, The Big Damn Kiss, White-Dwarf Starlet +9

Q&A

4 questions, like "Where can I stream The Star?"

Questions about The Star

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream The Star?

YouTube TV

In the United States, The Star streams on YouTube TV. You can rent or buy it from Apple TV Store and Fandango At Home.

Is The Star worth watching?

44
WeakGoodWatch score

Reviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 44 (IMDb 6.9, Rotten Tomatoes 25%, and Metacritic 54). Audiences rate it higher (64 out of 100) than critics (40).

Is The Star good for date night?

and 3 moreDate NightPartner WatchAdultsFriends NightIntergenerational

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

Is The Star plot-driven or character-driven?

CharactersPlot

Mostly character-driven: it leans on character depth (8 of 10) and pathos (8 of 10) more than on its plot.