Written on the Wind

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.

Tagline

“This woman in his arms was now the wife of the man he called his best friend!”

Release Status

Released

Genres

Drama, Romance

Director

Douglas Sirk

Original Language

EN

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.

Who directed Written on the Wind?

Written on the Wind was directed by Douglas Sirk.

When was Written on the Wind released?

Written on the Wind was released on October 4, 1956.

How long is Written on the Wind?

Written on the Wind has a runtime of 1h 39m.

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