Sweet Smell of Success(1957)
Beware these “Gentlemen” of the press!
New York City newspaper writer J.J. Hunsecker holds considerable sway over public opinion with his Broadway column, but one thing that he can't control is his younger sister, Susan, who is in a relationship with aspiring jazz guitarist Steve Dallas. Hunsecker strongly disapproves of the romance and recruits publicist Sidney Falco to find a way to split the couple, no matter how ruthless the method.
Movie: Sweet Smell of Success
Top 10 Billed Cast
J.J. Hunsecker
Sidney Falco
Susan Hunsecker
Steve Dallas
Sally
Frank D' Angelo
Herbie Temple
Rita
Lt. Harry Kello
Mary
Video Trailer Sweet Smell of Success
Video: The Criterion Collection Trailer
The Criterion Collection Trailer
Critics' Picks - 'Sweet Smell of Success' | The New York Times
Dinner With The Senator
J.J. Hunsecker's Proposition
John Landis on THE SWEET SMELL OF SUCCESS
Susan & Steve's Secret Romance
Three Reasons: Sweet Smell of Success - The Criterion Collection
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The Criterion Collection Trailer - Trailer
Critics' Picks - 'Sweet Smell of Success' | The New York Times - Featurette
Dinner With The Senator - Clip
J.J. Hunsecker's Proposition - Clip
John Landis on THE SWEET SMELL OF SUCCESS - Featurette
Susan & Steve's Secret Romance - Clip
Three Reasons: Sweet Smell of Success - The Criterion Collection - Featurette
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