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Let No Man Write My Epitaph (1960): cast, story & where to watch

1960 · Film · ★ 9

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Released in 1960, Let No Man Write My Epitaph is a drama and crime film directed by Philip Leacock, running about 105 minutes. “Ripped Raw and Roaring from Real Life!” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. Nick Romano lives in a poor tenement building on the south side of Chicago with his well-meaning but drug-addicted mother, Nellie. She encourages him to pursue his piano-playing talent in hopes that it will bring him a better life. Nellie's neighbors, like the alcoholic ex-lawyer who secretly loves her, help her in keeping Nick away from Louie, the resident drug dealer. But a chance meeting between Nick and Louie could change things forever.

Who’s in it. Let No Man Write My Epitaph stars Burl Ives as Judge Bruce Mallory Sullivan, Shelley Winters as Nellie Romano, James Darren as Nick Romano and Jean Seberg as Barbara Holloway, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 9.0/10, Let No Man Write My Epitaph sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Let No Man Write My Epitaph page.

If you liked it. Fans of Let No Man Write My Epitaph tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Let No Man Write My Epitaph (1960)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Let No Man Write My Epitaph change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Let No Man Write My Epitaph worth watching?
Let No Man Write My Epitaph holds an audience score of 9.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and crime. Most viewers rate it highly.
Who stars in Let No Man Write My Epitaph?
Let No Man Write My Epitaph stars Burl Ives, Shelley Winters, James Darren, Jean Seberg and Ricardo Montalban.
When was Let No Man Write My Epitaph released?
Let No Man Write My Epitaph was released in 1960, with a runtime of about 105 minutes.