The Star Maker (1981): cast, story & where to watch
1981 · Film · ★ 4
Released in 1981, The Star Maker is a drama and tv movie film directed by Lou Antonio, running about 192 minutes.
What it’s about. Danny Youngblood is a famed Hollywood director with a reputation for modeling sexy starlets into superstar actresses, and then turning his discoveries into his wives, one after another. However, Danny meets his match when he zeroes in on his latest starlet/conquest, Margot Murray, who decides to turn the tables on him.
Who’s in it. The Star Maker stars Rock Hudson as Danny Youngblood, Suzanne Pleshette as Margot Murray, Melanie Griffith as Dawn Barnett Youngblood and Jeffrey Tambor as Harry Lanson, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.0/10, The Star Maker 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 Star Maker page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Star Maker tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Star Maker (1981)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Star Maker change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Star Maker worth watching?
- The Star Maker holds an audience score of 4.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and tv movie. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Star Maker?
- The Star Maker stars Rock Hudson, Suzanne Pleshette, Melanie Griffith, Jeffrey Tambor and Jack Scalia.
- When was The Star Maker released?
- The Star Maker was released in 1981, with a runtime of about 192 minutes.