Rod Steiger
W. C. Fields
1976•1h 51m•Released•EN
W.C. Fields and Me
“Even a man who hates children and dogs has to love someone.”
Overview
In 1920s New York City, W. C. Fields is a successful headlining entertainer, but when his girlfriend leaves him and his broker loses his money, Fields begins anew in California. Working at a wax museum, Fields eventually lands a film role that ascends him to stardom. Back in the limelight and palling around with John Barrymore and the like, Fields meets an aspiring actress Carlotta Monti at a party, with whom he forms a rocky relationship.
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Movie Details
Release Date
March 31, 1976
Runtime
1h 51m
Rating
7.9 / 10
Votes
7
Budget
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Status
Released
Popularity
2.2
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