Movie

Applause

“In the spotlight, glory glitters, but the shadow of sacrifice remains.”

★ 5.9(6)19731h 43m

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Good to know

Director: Bill Foster
Release date: 1973-03-15
Runtime: 1h 43m
Language: English
Status: Released
Country: United Kingdom
Studio: Universal Pictures

About Applause

Applause is a 1973 movie in the Drama, Music and TV Movie genres, directed by Bill Foster, starring Lauren Bacall, Larry Hagman and Penny Fuller. It has a runtime of 1 hour 43 minutes. It holds an average rating of 5.9/10 from 6 viewers. Below you can see where to watch Applause in United States — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

An aspiring actress, whose sugar-coated appearance belies her ruthless drive, worms herself into the life of an aging star and schemes to replace her on the stage as the star of a new play.

Cast

Lauren Bacall

Margo Channing

Larry Hagman

Bill Sampson

Penny Fuller

Eve Harrington

Sarah Marshall

Karen Richards

Robert Mandan

Howard Benedict

Harvey Evans

Duane

Rod McLennan

Buzz Richards

Debbie Bowen

Debbie

Bob Sherman

Bert

David Knight

Peter

James Berwick

Stan

Ken Barrie

Bill Sampson (Singing voice)

Themes & keywords

divaambitionbased on play or musicalbroadway musicalruthlessnessbroadway starback stabbingactingfadingdriven

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch Applause in United States?+

Applause is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in United States. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is Applause on Netflix?+

Applause is not on Netflix in United States right now.

How long is Applause?+

Applause has a runtime of 1 hour 43 minutes (103 minutes).

Who stars in Applause?+

Applause stars Lauren Bacall, Larry Hagman, Penny Fuller, Sarah Marshall and Robert Mandan.

When did Applause come out?+

Applause is a 1973 movie directed by Bill Foster.

What genre is Applause?+

Applause is Drama, Music and TV Movie film.

Who directed Applause?+

Applause was directed by Bill Foster.