James Dean: The First American Teenager (1975)

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Stacy Keach narrates this documentary that chronicles the abbreviated life and career of iconic brooding bad boy James Dean, from his obscure early days working in television to his rise to stardom in films such as Rebel Without a Cause. Clips from Dean's movies are intermingled with candid interviews with the star's friends and Hollywood colleagues, including Natalie Wood, Sal Mineo, Sammy Davis Jr. and Dennis Hopper.

James Dean: The First American Teenager

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Stacy Keach
Stacy Keach as Narrator (voice) Age 84 · Savannah, Georgia, USA Walter Stacy Keach Jr. (born June 2, 1941) is an American actor, active in theatre, film and television since the 1960s. Keach first distinguished himself in Off-Broadway productions and remains a pro...
Natalie Wood
Natalie Wood as Self Died 1981 · San Francisco, California, USA Natalie Wood (née Zacharenko; July 20, 1938 – November 29, 1981) was an American actress who began her career in film as a child and successfully transitioned to young adult roles. Wood started actin...
Sal Mineo
Sal Mineo as Self Died 1976 · The Bronx, New York City, New York, USA Salvatore Mineo Jr. (January 10, 1939 – February 12, 1976) was an American actor, singer, and director. He is best known for his role as John "Plato" Crawford in the drama film Rebel Without a Cause (...
Sammy Davis Jr.
Sammy Davis Jr. as Self Died 1990 · Harlem, Manhattan, New York City, New York, USA Samuel George "Sammy" Davis, Jr. (December 8, 1925 – May 16, 1990) was an American entertainer. Primarily a dancer and singer, Davis was a childhood vaudevillian who became known for his performances...
Leslie Caron
Leslie Caron as Self Age 94 · Boulogne-Billancourt, Seine [now Hauts-de-Seine], France Leslie Claire Margaret Caron (born 1 July 1931) is a French-American actress, dancer and writer. She is the recipient of various accolades, including a Golden Globe Award, two BAFTA Awards, and a Prim...
Carroll Baker
Carroll Baker as Self Age 94 · Johnstown, Pennsylvania, USA Carroll Baker (born May 28, 1931) is a former American actress who has enjoyed popularity as both a serious dramatic actress and, particularly in the 1960s, as a movie sex symbol. After studying unde...

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