Plot — What is Sweet Smell of Success about?
New York City newspaper writer J.J. Hunsecker holds considerable sway over public opinion with his Broadway column, but one thing that he can't control is his younger sister, Susan, who is in a relationship with aspiring jazz guitarist Steve Dallas. Hunsecker strongly disapproves of the romance and recruits publicist Sidney Falco to find a way to split the couple, no matter how ruthless the method.
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Quick Facts
| Type | Movie |
| Released | 1957 |
| Genre | Drama |
| Language | English |
| Runtime | 97 min |
| Audience Score | 76% (7.6/10, 609 votes) |
Sweet Smell of Success — FAQ
Is Sweet Smell of Success worth watching? Sweet Smell of Success holds a 7.6/10 rating from 609 viewers. New York City newspaper writer J.J. Hunsecker holds considerable sway over public opinion with his Broadway column, but one thing that he can't control is his younger sister, Susan, who is in a relationship with aspiring
Who directed Sweet Smell of Success? Directed by Alexander Mackendrick.
Who is in the cast of Sweet Smell of Success? It stars Burt Lancaster, Tony Curtis, Susan Harrison, Martin Milner, Jeff Donnell, Sam Levene and more.
Where can I stream Sweet Smell of Success? You can stream Sweet Smell of Success on Amazon Prime Video, fuboTV, MGM+ Amazon Channel, Philo, MGM Plus Roku Premium Channel, YouTube TV, Amazon Prime Video with Ads. Availability may vary by region.
When did Sweet Smell of Success release? It released in 1957.
