Alcoa Theatre (1957): cast, story & where to watch
1957 · Series · ★ 7
Released in 1957, Alcoa Theatre is a drama series.
What it’s about. Alcoa Theatre is a half-hour American anthology series telecast on NBC at 9:30 pm on alternate Monday nights from October 7, 1957 to September 16, 1960. The program also aired under the title Turn of Fate, with the stories depicting the difficulties faced by individuals who are suddenly thrust into unexpected and perilous dangers. Alcoa Theatre was syndicated together with Goodyear Theatre as Award Theatre. In 1955, The Alcoa Hour premiered in a one-hour format aired on Sunday nights, but it was reduced to 30 minutes, retitled Alcoa Theatre, and moved to Monday evening in 1957. The show employed an alternating rotating company of actors: David Niven, Robert Ryan, Jane Powell, Jack Lemmon and Charles Boyer. Each appeared in dramatic and light comedic roles through the first season.
Who’s in it. Alcoa Theatre stars Susan Gordon, Arthur O'Connell, Charles Herbert and Angie Dickinson as Ruth Garron, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.0/10, Alcoa Theatre has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Alcoa Theatre page.
If you liked it. Fans of Alcoa Theatre tend to enjoy Breaking Bad, Better Call Saul, Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba and Attack on Titan.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Alcoa Theatre (1957)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Alcoa Theatre change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Alcoa Theatre worth watching?
- Alcoa Theatre holds an audience score of 7.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Alcoa Theatre?
- Alcoa Theatre stars Susan Gordon, Arthur O'Connell, Charles Herbert, Angie Dickinson and Whit Bissell.
- When was Alcoa Theatre released?
- Alcoa Theatre was released in 1957.