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James Dean: The First American Teenager (1975): Cast

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James Dean: The First American Teenager is a 1975 documentary directed by Ray Connolly, starring Stacy Keach as Narrator (voice), James Dean and Natalie Wood. It runs 1 hour 20 minutes.

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James Dean: The First American Teenager (1975) movie poster
Released
Runtime
1h 20m (80 min)
Director
Ray Connolly
Genre
Documentary
Original language
English
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is James Dean: The First American Teenager About?

The premise of James Dean: The First American Teenager without spoilers.

Stacy Keach narrates this documentary that traces James Dean’s brief but impactful life and career, beginning with his little‑known work in television and culminating in his iconic status after films like Rebel Without a Cause. The film weaves movie clips with candid interviews from friends and Hollywood peers such as Natalie Wood, Sal Mineo, Sammy Davis Jr. and Dennis Hopper.

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Cast & crew

James Dean: The First American Teenager Cast & Characters

Stacy Keach leads the cast as Narrator (voice), with James Dean and Natalie Wood. Directed by Ray Connolly; 13 actors are credited in all.

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James Dean: The First American Teenager FAQ: Cast & Runtime

Runtime, release date, director, cast and post-credit scenes of James Dean: The First American Teenager, each answered in a sentence.

How long is James Dean: The First American Teenager?

James Dean: The First American Teenager runs 1 hour 20 minutes (80 minutes).

When was James Dean: The First American Teenager released?

James Dean: The First American Teenager was released on September 30, 1975.

Who directed James Dean: The First American Teenager?

James Dean: The First American Teenager was directed by Ray Connolly.

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Who is in the cast of James Dean: The First American Teenager?

James Dean: The First American Teenager stars Stacy Keach as Narrator (voice), James Dean and Natalie Wood, among 13 credited actors.

Does James Dean: The First American Teenager have a post-credit scene?

No. James Dean: The First American Teenager has no extra scene during or after the credits.

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