The Great Gatsby poster
Screenplay Francis Ford Coppola
Director Jack Clayton

The Great Gatsby

Tagline: Gone is the romance that was so divine

Release Date: 1974-03-27

Duration: 144 minutes

Synopsis

Nick Carraway, a young Midwesterner now living on Long Island, finds himself fascinated by the mysterious past and lavish lifestyle of his neighbor, the nouveau riche Jay Gatsby. He is drawn into Gatsby's circle, becoming a witness to obsession and tragedy.

Casting

  • Robert Redford
    Jay Gatsby
  • Bruce Dern
    Tom Buchanan
  • Mia Farrow
    Daisy Buchanan
  • Edward Herrmann
    Klipspringer
  • Brooke Adams
    Party Guest (uncredited)
  • Lois Chiles
    Jordan Baker
  • Patsy Kensit
    Pamela Buchanan
  • Roberts Blossom
    Mr. Gatz
  • Kathryn Leigh Scott
    Catherine
  • Vincent Schiavelli
    Thin Man (uncredited)