Hard, Fast and Beautiful (1951): cast, story & where to watch
1951 · Film · ★ 5.9
Released in 1951, Hard, Fast and Beautiful is a drama film directed by Ida Lupino, running about 78 minutes. “The Price Of Fame In The Big-Time Sports Racket!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. When most people look at Florence Farley, they see a pretty teenager. But when Milly Farley looks at her daughter she sees something else: a tennis prodigy who could be Milly’s ticket to money and fame.
Who’s in it. Hard, Fast and Beautiful stars Claire Trevor as Millie Farley, Sally Forrest as Florence Farley, Carleton G. Young as Fletcher Locke and Robert Clarke as Gordon McKay, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.9/10, Hard, Fast and Beautiful has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Hard, Fast and Beautiful page.
If you liked it. Fans of Hard, Fast and Beautiful tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Hard, Fast and Beautiful (1951)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Hard, Fast and Beautiful change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Hard, Fast and Beautiful worth watching?
- Hard, Fast and Beautiful holds an audience score of 5.9 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Hard, Fast and Beautiful?
- Hard, Fast and Beautiful stars Claire Trevor, Sally Forrest, Carleton G. Young, Robert Clarke and Kenneth Patterson.