The Moon and Sixpence


1h 30m 1959

Brief Synopsis

The story of Charles Strickland, an aging stockbroker who deserts his family to pursue a career as an artist. Based on the 1925 novel by William Somerset Maugham. The novel was first adapted to television via "The Somerset Maugham Theater" on April 30, 1951, with Lee J. Cobb and Olive Deering as C

Film Details

Also Known As
Moon and Sixpence
Genre
Drama
Release Date
1959

Technical Specs

Duration
1h 30m

Synopsis

The story of Charles Strickland, an aging stockbroker who deserts his family to pursue a career as an artist. Based on the 1925 novel by William Somerset Maugham. The novel was first adapted to television via "The Somerset Maugham Theater" on April 30, 1951, with Lee J. Cobb and Olive Deering as Charles and Amy Strickland.

Film Details

Also Known As
Moon and Sixpence
Genre
Drama
Release Date
1959

Technical Specs

Duration
1h 30m

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