James Dean: A Portrait

James Dean: A Portrait

A look at the legacy of icon actor James Dean on the 40th anniversary of his tragic death. The special follows his life and career, with obvious attention to the three big films that made him a legend; and interviews with the people who knew him.

Top Cast

James Dean

As Self (archive footage)

Rip Torn

As Self (Narrator)

Sal Mineo

As Self (archive footage)

Graham Nash

As Self

Joan Winslow Peacock

As Self

Bob Pulley

As Self

Rod Steiger

As Self

Steve Allen

As Self

Jayne Meadows

As Self

Don Medford

As Self