Movie

A Great American Tragedy

★ 7.5(4)19721h 15m

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Good to know

Director: J. Lee Thompson
Release date: 1972-10-18
Runtime: 1h 15m
Language: English
Status: Released
Country: United States of America
Studio: Metromedia Productions

About A Great American Tragedy

A Great American Tragedy is a 1972 movie in the Drama genre, directed by J. Lee Thompson, starring George Kennedy, Vera Miles and William Windom. It has a runtime of 1 hour 15 minutes. It holds an average rating of 7.5/10 from 4 viewers. Below you can see where to watch A Great American Tragedy in Portugal — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

A middle-aged aerospace engineer has his whole life changed when he is suddenly laid off from his job. Unable to find work because of his age and a bad economy, he watches his bills pile up, his wife forced to go back to work and his marriage start to break up.

Cast

George Kennedy

Brad Wilkes

Vera Miles

Gloria Wilkes

William Windom

Rob Stewart

Sallie Shockley

Carol

Kevin McCarthy

Mark Reynolds

Hilarie Thompson

Julie Wilkes

James Woods

Rick

Natalie Trundy

Paula Braun

Nancy Hadley

Trudy Stewart

Tony Dow

Johnny

Marcia Mae Jones

Claire

John Lasell

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch A Great American Tragedy in Portugal?+

A Great American Tragedy is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in Portugal. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is A Great American Tragedy on Netflix?+

A Great American Tragedy is not on Netflix in Portugal right now.

How long is A Great American Tragedy?+

A Great American Tragedy has a runtime of 1 hour 15 minutes (75 minutes).

Who stars in A Great American Tragedy?+

A Great American Tragedy stars George Kennedy, Vera Miles, William Windom, Sallie Shockley and Kevin McCarthy.

When did A Great American Tragedy come out?+

A Great American Tragedy is a 1972 movie directed by J. Lee Thompson.

What genre is A Great American Tragedy?+

A Great American Tragedy is Drama film.

Who directed A Great American Tragedy?+

A Great American Tragedy was directed by J. Lee Thompson.