Bigger Than Life
“The story of the handful of hope that became a fistful of hell!”
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Synopsis
A friendly, successful suburban teacher and father grows dangerously addicted to cortisone, resulting in his transformation into a household despot.
Cast
James Mason·Ed Avery
Barbara Rush·Lou Avery
Walter Matthau·Wally Gibbs
Robert F. Simon·Dr. Norton
Christopher Olsen·Richie Avery
Roland Winters·Dr. Ruric
Rusty Lane·Bob LaPorte
Rachel Stephens·Nurse
Kipp Hamilton·Pat Wade
Betty Caulfield·Mrs. LaPorte (uncredited)