Who is Barrymore in Barrymore?

Christopher Plummer plays Barrymore in the film.

What is Barrymore about?

BARRYMORE, set in 1942, follows acclaimed American actor John Barrymore, a member of one of Hollywood’s most well known multi-generational theatrical dynasties. No longer a leading box office star, the film finds Barrymore reckoning with the ravages of his life of excess. He has rented a grand, old theatre to rehearse for a backer’s audition to raise money for a revival of his 1920 Broadway triumph in Richard III. It leads him to look back on the highs and lows of his stunning career and remarkable life.

Barrymore

Name: Barrymore
Genre: Drama
Released: 2012-11-15
Duration: 83
Rating: 67

NR 1 hr 23 min

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How long is Barrymore?: Barrymore is 1 hr 23 min long.

Who directed Barrymore?: Érik Canuel

Who is Barrymore in Barrymore?: Christopher Plummer plays Barrymore in the film.

What is Barrymore about?: BARRYMORE, set in 1942, follows acclaimed American actor John Barrymore, a member of one of Hollywood’s most well known multi-generational theatrical dynasties. No longer a leading box office star, the film finds Barrymore reckoning with the ravages of his life of excess. He has rented a grand, old theatre to rehearse for a backer’s audition to raise money for a revival of his 1920 Broadway triumph in Richard III. It leads him to look back on the highs and lows of his stunning career and remarkable life.