The Entertainer (1960): Cast, Ratings & Plot
The Entertainer is a 1960 drama directed by Tony Richardson, starring Laurence Olivier, Alan Bates and Albert Finney. It runs 1 hour 36 minutes. It was nominated for 1 Oscar. Critics gave it 70 on Metacritic.
- Released
- Runtime
- 1h 36m (96 min)
- Director
- Tony Richardson
- Genre
- Drama
- Original language
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English - Studio
- British Lion Films
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is The Entertainer About?
The premise of The Entertainer without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.
Jacko Carter, a struggling entertainer, finds himself consumed by a relentless pursuit of fame. Driven by a desire for fleeting recognition, he jeopardizes his personal relationships and risks losing himself in the process. As his star power diminishes, he must confront the painful truth about his ambitions and the sacrifices he’s made in search of the spotlight.
The Entertainer Cast
Laurence Olivier leads the cast, with Alan Bates and Albert Finney. Directed by Tony Richardson; 10 actors are credited in all.
- Director Tony Richardson
Also Starring in The Entertainer
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The Entertainer Reviews & Ratings
Critics gave The Entertainer 70 on Metacritic.
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Metacritic 70 Metascore
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TMDB 61% User score
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The Entertainer Plot Summary
What happens in The Entertainer from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 13 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 3-minute read.
Spoilers ahead
In the scorching summer of 1956, Jean Rice, a disillusioned art teacher from London, sets off to visit her family’s seaside resort. Her emotional turmoil is palpable, particularly after ending her engagement with Graham, who eagerly urges her to join him in Africa. Compounding her distress is the looming Suez Crisis and the recent departure of her soldier brother, Mick, which resonates deeply with her as she recalls the large anti-war protest at Trafalgar Square condemning Prime Minister Anthony Eden’s policies.
Full summary
The whole story of The Entertainer, scene by scene
The Entertainer Awards & Nominations
The Entertainer was nominated for 1 Oscar. The 2 nominations come from 2 ceremonies.
2 nominations2 ceremonies
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BAFTA 1961 1 nomination- Nominated Best British Actor – Laurence Olivier
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Oscars 1961 1 nomination- Nominated Actor – Laurence Olivier
The Entertainer Trailers & Videos
The trailer of The Entertainer.
How Well Do You Know The Entertainer?
10 questions about the story, each with a hint if you get stuck. Pick an answer to see whether you were right.
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The Entertainer FAQ: Cast, Awards & Runtime
Runtime, release date, director, cast, ratings, awards and post-credit scenes of The Entertainer, each answered in a sentence.
How long is The Entertainer?
The Entertainer runs 1 hour 36 minutes (96 minutes).
When was The Entertainer released?
The Entertainer was released on October 3, 1960.
Who directed The Entertainer?
The Entertainer was directed by Tony Richardson.
More films by Tony Richardson Who is in the cast of The Entertainer?
The Entertainer stars Laurence Olivier, Alan Bates and Albert Finney, among 10 credited actors.
How is The Entertainer rated?
The Entertainer has 70 on Metacritic and 61% on TMDB.
Was The Entertainer nominated for any awards?
The Entertainer received 2 nominations across 2 ceremonies.
Does The Entertainer have a post-credit scene?
No. The Entertainer has no extra scene during or after the credits.
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