Actress Margaret Elliot is well past her prime but refuses to retire from the acting business. Despite entreaties from both her daughter, Gretchen, and one-time professional colleague Jim Johannsen, Margaret remains convinced that she can regain her former glory. As she sets her sights on a coveted Hollywood role, Johannsen tries doggedly to get his unrequited love to see the folly of her ways.

Top Cast

Bette DavisMargaret Elliot

Sterling HaydenJim Johannsen aka Barry Lester

Natalie WoodGretchen

Warner AndersonHarry Stone

Minor WatsonJoe Morrison

June TravisPhyllis Stone

Paul FreesRichard Stanley

Robert WarwickR.J. an Aging Actor at Party