Patterns (1955): cast, story & where to watch
1955 · Film
Released in 1955, Patterns is a drama film directed by Fielder Cook, running about 53 minutes.
What it’s about. "Patterns" was an American television play broadcast live on January 12, 1955, remade as a film the next year with some of the same cast. Fred Staples is the newest executive in a large firm. He strikes up a friendship with Andy Sloane, the Vice President to whom he nominally reports. Staples is good at his job and the company's hard-nosed president, Walter Ramsey, is pleased with his choice. Staples has a crisis of conscience when Ramsey tells him that he's been recruited to replace Sloane, someone who has devoted his entire life to the company at the expense of his family. Sloane knows what Ramsey is up to but digs in his heels and refuses to quit. Tragedy ensues forcing Staples to make a choice.
Who’s in it. Patterns stars Richard Kiley as Fred Staples, Everett Sloane as Mr. Ramsie, Ed Begley as Andy Sloane and Elizabeth Montgomery as Ann Evans, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Patterns page.
If you liked it. Fans of Patterns tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Patterns (1955)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Patterns change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in Patterns?
- Patterns stars Richard Kiley, Everett Sloane, Ed Begley, Elizabeth Montgomery and Elizabeth Wilson.
- When was Patterns released?
- Patterns was released in 1955, with a runtime of about 53 minutes.