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A Streetcar Named Desire (1984): Cast

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A Streetcar Named Desire is a 1984 drama directed by John Erman, starring Ann-Margret as Blanche DuBois, Beverly D'Angelo and Treat Williams. It runs 1 hour 59 minutes.

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A Streetcar Named Desire (1984) movie poster
Released
Runtime
1h 59m (119 min)
Director
John Erman
Genre
Drama
Original language
English
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is A Streetcar Named Desire About?

The premise of A Streetcar Named Desire without spoilers.

When Blanche DuBois arrives in New Orleans to stay with her sister Stella, her fragile illusion of gentility unravels under the harsh reality of Stella’s brutal husband, Stanley Kowalski. As her world collapses, Blanche seeks refuge in Stella, yet the clash of desires and raw violence drives her toward a tragic downfall.

A Streetcar Named Desire Themes & Keywords

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  • brother in law sister in law relationship
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Cast & crew

A Streetcar Named Desire Cast & Characters

Ann-Margret leads the cast as Blanche DuBois, with Beverly D'Angelo as Stella DuBois Kowalski and Treat Williams as Stanley Kowalski. Directed by John Erman; 11 actors are credited in all.

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From the director

More from John Erman

More films directed by John Erman, best-rated first: Stella, Candles on Bay Street, The Blackwater Lightship and Only Love.

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A Streetcar Named Desire Also Known As

7 alternative titles, including “Endstation Sehnsucht” and “Tramvaj do stanice Touha”.

Also known as
  • Endstation Sehnsucht
  • Tramvaj do stanice Touha
  • Трамвай Желание
  • Трамвай "Бажання"
  • Un tranvía llamado Deseo (TV)
  • Uma Rua Chamada Pecado
  • Un tramvia anomenat Desig

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A Streetcar Named Desire FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date

Runtime, release date, director, cast and post-credit scenes of A Streetcar Named Desire, each answered in a sentence.

How long is A Streetcar Named Desire?

A Streetcar Named Desire runs 1 hour 59 minutes (119 minutes).

When was A Streetcar Named Desire released?

A Streetcar Named Desire was released on March 4, 1984.

Who directed A Streetcar Named Desire?

A Streetcar Named Desire was directed by John Erman.

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Who is in the cast of A Streetcar Named Desire?

A Streetcar Named Desire stars Ann-Margret as Blanche DuBois, Beverly D'Angelo as Stella DuBois Kowalski and Treat Williams as Stanley Kowalski, among 11 credited actors.

Does A Streetcar Named Desire have a post-credit scene?

No. A Streetcar Named Desire has no extra scene during or after the credits.

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