Movie

Baby Doll

“She's nineteen. She makes her husband keep away -- she won't let the stranger go.”

★ 7.1(141)19561h 54m

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Good to know

Director: Elia Kazan
Release date: 1956-12-29
Runtime: 1h 54m
Language: English
Status: Released
Country: United States of America
Studio: Newtown Productions

Baby Doll — trailer

About Baby Doll

Baby Doll is a 1956 movie in the Drama genre, directed by Elia Kazan, starring Karl Malden, Carroll Baker and Eli Wallach. It has a runtime of 1 hour 54 minutes. It holds an average rating of 7.1/10 from 141 viewers. Below you can see where to watch Baby Doll in Ireland — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

Archie Lee Meighan is a failing cotton gin owner who is married to Baby Doll, a 19-year old childlike beauty whose father arranged the marriage for financial reasons. As Archie awaits the arrival of Baby Doll's 20th birthday, the day that they are supposed to consummate their marriage, he faces interference from business rival Silva Vacarro, who plots to seduce Baby Doll away from Meighan.

Cast

Karl Malden

Archie Lee Meighan

Carroll Baker

Baby Doll Meighan

Eli Wallach

Silva Vacarro

Mildred Dunnock

Aunt Rose Comfort

Lonny Chapman

Rock

Eades Hogue

Town Marshal

Noah Williamson

Deputy

R.G. Armstrong

Townsman Sid (voice) (uncredited)

Madeleine Sherwood

Nurse in Doctor's Office (uncredited)

Rip Torn

The Dentist (uncredited)

Themes & keywords

italian americanmarriagesiciliancotton gincottonbusiness rivalryseducerchildlike womanhomme fatale

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch Baby Doll in Ireland?+

Baby Doll is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in Ireland. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is Baby Doll on Netflix?+

Baby Doll is not on Netflix in Ireland right now.

How long is Baby Doll?+

Baby Doll has a runtime of 1 hour 54 minutes (114 minutes).

Who stars in Baby Doll?+

Baby Doll stars Karl Malden, Carroll Baker, Eli Wallach, Mildred Dunnock and Lonny Chapman.

When did Baby Doll come out?+

Baby Doll is a 1956 movie directed by Elia Kazan.

What genre is Baby Doll?+

Baby Doll is Drama film.

Who directed Baby Doll?+

Baby Doll was directed by Elia Kazan.