James Dean: Race with Destiny (1997)

Name: James Dean: Race with Destiny
Genre: TV Movie, Drama
Released: 1997
Duration: 108 min
Rating: 6.0
Cast: Casper Van Dien, Carrie Mitchum, Diane Ladd, Mike Connors, Robert Mitchum

1h 48m United States of America

TV Movie Drama

Plot

Casper Van Dien portrays the iconic James Dean, whose undeniable talent and rebellious spirit captivated Hollywood. As his fame skyrockets, his intense romance with Italian actress Pier Angeli (Carrie Mitchum) faces opposition from her mother (Diane Ladd) and studio mogul Jack Warner (Mike Connors). Amid heartbreak and reckless choices, Dean's relationships with Natalie Wood, Sal Mineo, and director George Stevens (Robert Mitchum in his last role) shape his tumultuous journey. This insightful biopic, featuring Connie Stevens, Joseph Campanella, and Casey Kasem, delves into the life of a legend who burned brightly and left an indelible mark on cinema.

Cast

Casper Van Dien Carrie Mitchum Diane Ladd Mike Connors Robert Mitchum Connie Stevens Casey Kasem Joseph Campanella Janelle Paradee Monique Parent Robin Joi Brown Rebecca Budig Athena Massey Mohammed Rustam Carmen Romano