The Great Gatsby (1949): cast, story & where to watch
1949 · Film · ★ 5.3
Released in 1949, The Great Gatsby is a drama film directed by Elliott Nugent, running about 91 minutes. “A Great Cast... A Great Novel... A Great Motion Picture” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Nick Carraway, a young Midwesterner now living on Long Island, finds himself fascinated by the mysterious past and lavish lifetyle of his landlord, the nouveau riche Jay Gatsby. He is drawn into Gatsby's circle, becoming a witness to obsession and tragedy.
Who’s in it. The Great Gatsby stars Alan Ladd as Jay Gatsby, Betty Field as Daisy Buchanan, Macdonald Carey as Nicholas 'Nick' Carraway and Ruth Hussey as Jordan Baker, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.3/10, The Great Gatsby has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Great Gatsby page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Great Gatsby tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Great Gatsby (1949)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Great Gatsby change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Great Gatsby worth watching?
- The Great Gatsby holds an audience score of 5.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Great Gatsby?
- The Great Gatsby stars Alan Ladd, Betty Field, Macdonald Carey, Ruth Hussey and Barry Sullivan.
- When was The Great Gatsby released?
- The Great Gatsby was released in 1949, with a runtime of about 91 minutes.