
Back Street
1961 · Movie · 106 min · ★ 5.6
A star-crossed couple falls in love but is unable to marry due to impossible circumstances. Despite their situation, they carry on a lifelong illicit affair until tragedy strikes.
Based on Back Street
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Details
- Years
- 1961
- Release date
- 1961-10-11
- Language
- English
- Runtime
- 106 min
- TMDB rating
- 5.6/10 (18 votes)
Awards & recognition
- Academy Award — Best Costume Design, Color · 1962 · nominated
Cast & crew

Susan Hayward
as Rae Smith

John Gavin
as Paul Saxon

Vera Miles
as Liz Saxon

Charles Drake
as Curt Stanton

Virginia Grey
as Janey nee Smith

Reginald Gardiner
as Dalian

Tammy Marihugh
as Caroline
- RE
Robert Eyer
as Paul Saxon Jr.

Natalie Schafer
as Mrs. Evans
- DM
Doreen McLean
as Miss Hatfield
Directed by David Miller