The Big Story (1949): cast, story & where to watch
1949 · Series · ★ 7.3
Released in 1949, The Big Story is a documentary and drama series.
What it’s about. Based on a popular radio series, each show tells a different reporter's Big Story, a true story selected from newspapers across the United States. Comments from the actual reporter open and close each show but the permanent narrator drives the plot line and a featured actor dramatizes the reporter's role.
Who’s in it. The Big Story stars Norman Rose, Ben Grauer, James Dean as Rex Newman and Ernest Chappell as Announcer, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.3/10, The Big Story 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 The Big Story page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Big Story tend to enjoy Cosmos, Planet Earth, Planet Earth II and Vikings.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Big Story (1949)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Big Story change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Big Story worth watching?
- The Big Story holds an audience score of 7.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary and drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Big Story?
- The Big Story stars Norman Rose, Ben Grauer, James Dean, Ernest Chappell and Robert Sloane.
- When was The Big Story released?
- The Big Story was released in 1949.