Lust for Life (1956): movie guide

What is Lust for Life about?

An intense and imaginative artist, revered Dutch painter Vincent van Gogh possesses undeniable talent, but he is plagued by mental problems and frustrations with failure. Supported by his brother, Theo, the tormented Van Gogh eventually leaves Holland for France, where he meets volatile fellow painter Paul Gauguin and struggles to find greater inspiration.

Cast highlights

Lust for Life features Kirk Douglas, Anthony Quinn, James Donald, Pamela Brown, Everett Sloane, Niall MacGinnis. Open the Cinema Box title page for the full cast list and character credits.

Key facts

Release date: 1956-09-15. Runtime: 122 minutes. TMDB score: 7.2/10 (212 votes). Genres: Drama, History. Original language: en. Status: Released.

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Frequently asked questions

What genre is Lust for Life?

Lust for Life is listed as Drama, History on TMDB.

How long is Lust for Life?

Lust for Life runs about 122 minutes.

Who stars in Lust for Life?

Cast highlights include Kirk Douglas, Anthony Quinn, James Donald, Pamela Brown, Everett Sloane, Niall MacGinnis.

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