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James Dean

4.719761h 34mMovieDramaTV Movie

Writer William Bast rooms with James Dean in acting school and follows his career to its tragic end in 1955.

DirectorRobert Butler
WriterWilliam Bast
ProducersGerald W. Abrams·William Bast

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Cast · Directed by Robert Butler

SMStephen McHattie
Stephen McHattie
James Dean
BABrooke Adams
Brooke Adams
Beverly
MBMichael Brandon
Michael Brandon
William Bast
MFMeg Foster
Meg Foster
Dizzy Sheridan
CCCandy Clark
Candy Clark
Chris White
DCDane Clark
Dane Clark
James Whitmore
KHKatherine Helmond
Katherine Helmond
Claire Folger
AIAmy Irving
Amy Irving
Norma Jean
JMJayne Meadows
Jayne Meadows
Reva Randall
JBJulian Burton
Julian Burton
Ray
RK
Robert Kenton
Mechanic
HMHeather Menzies
Heather Menzies
Jan

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James Dean — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams James Dean?

James Dean is streaming on Plex in Australia. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is James Dean on Netflix?

No, James Dean is not on Netflix in Australia as of September 2026. It's currently on Plex.

Is James Dean on Amazon Prime Video?

No, James Dean isn't on Amazon Prime Video in Australia right now. It's on Plex instead.

Where can I watch James Dean for free?

James Dean is available to stream free (with ads) on Plex in Australia.