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Written on the Wind (1956): movie guide
Written on the Wind (1956) is a Drama, Romance running about 99 minutes. It holds a TMDB score of 7.0/10 from 282 votes. Notable cast includes Rock Hudson, Lauren Bacall, Robert Stack, Dorothy Malone. Cinema Box covers trailers, cast, and details for discovery — not full streaming.
- Released: 1956-10-04
- Runtime: 99 min
- TMDB: 7.0/10
- Genres: Drama, Romance
Last updated: 2026-11-11 · First listed: 1956-10-04

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What is Written on the Wind about?
Mitch Wayne is a geologist working for the Hadleys, an oil-rich Texas family. While the patriarch, Jasper, works hard to establish the family business, his irresponsible son, Kyle, is an alcoholic playboy, and his daughter, Marylee, is the town tramp. Mitch harbors a secret love for Kyle's unsatisfied wife, Lucy -- a fact that leaves him exposed when the jealous Marylee accuses him of murder.
Cast highlights
Written on the Wind features Rock Hudson, Lauren Bacall, Robert Stack, Dorothy Malone, Robert Keith, Grant Williams. Open the Cinema Box title page for the full cast list and character credits.
Key facts
Release date: 1956-10-04. Runtime: 99 minutes. TMDB score: 7.0/10 (282 votes). Genres: Drama, Romance. Original language: en. Status: Released.
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Frequently asked questions
- What genre is Written on the Wind?
- Written on the Wind is listed as Drama, Romance on TMDB.
- How long is Written on the Wind?
- Written on the Wind runs about 99 minutes.
- Who stars in Written on the Wind?
- Cast highlights include Rock Hudson, Lauren Bacall, Robert Stack, Dorothy Malone, Robert Keith, Grant Williams.
- Does Cinema Box stream Written on the Wind?
- No. Cinema Box is discovery-only — trailers, details, ratings, and watchlists. It does not host or stream full movies.
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