The Glass Menagerie (1950): cast, story & where to watch
1950 · Film · ★ 6
Released in 1950, The Glass Menagerie is a drama film directed by Irving Rapper, running about 107 minutes. “Four Academy Award predictions! Jane Wyman, Kirk Douglas, Gertrude Lawrence, Arthur Kennedy” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. An aging Southern Belle makes life horrible for her ambitious son and crippled daughter because of her dreams of what life should be.
Who’s in it. The Glass Menagerie stars Jane Wyman as Laura Wingfield, Kirk Douglas as Jim O'Connor, Gertrude Lawrence as Amanda Wingfield and Arthur Kennedy as Tom Wingfield, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, The Glass Menagerie has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Glass Menagerie page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Glass Menagerie tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Glass Menagerie (1950)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Glass Menagerie change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Glass Menagerie worth watching?
- The Glass Menagerie holds an audience score of 6.0 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 Glass Menagerie?
- The Glass Menagerie stars Jane Wyman, Kirk Douglas, Gertrude Lawrence, Arthur Kennedy and Ralph Sanford.
- When was The Glass Menagerie released?
- The Glass Menagerie was released in 1950, with a runtime of about 107 minutes.