Rebel Without a Cause

Growing up in a troubled home is hard, especially when the effects can be seen in a teenager. James Dean stars as young Jim Stark who feels lost and betrayed by his constantly bickering parents. The film showcases the dangers of wayward youth and what can happen to those who are not loved by the authority in their lives.

Production

Directed by Nicholas Ray

Produced by David Weisbart

Screenplay by Stewart Stern

Story by Nicholas Ray

Starring James Dean, Natalie Wood, Sal Mineo, Jim Backus, Ann Doran, Corey Allen, William Hopper

Music by Leonard Rosenman

Cinematography by Ernest Haller

Edited by William H. Ziegler

Production company: Warner Bros.

Distribution & Stats

Distributed by Warner Bros.

Release date: October 26, 1955

Running time: 111 minutes

Country: United States

Language: English

Budget: $1.5 million

Box office: $4.5 million (US rentals)