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The Great Gatsby

The Great Gatsby

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Status

Released

Release Date

Nov 21, 1926

Runtime

1h 20m

Genres

Drama

Original Title

The Great Gatsby

Production Companies

Famous Players Limited

Director

Herbert Brenon

Description

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.