How long is Elmer Gantry?

Elmer Gantry is 2 hr 25 min long.

Who is Elmer Gantry in Elmer Gantry?

Burt Lancaster plays Elmer Gantry in the film.

What is Elmer Gantry about?

When hedonistic but charming con man Elmer Gantry (Burt Lancaster) meets the beautiful Sister Sharon Falconer (Jean Simmons), a roadside revivalist, he feigns piousness to join her act as a passionate preacher. The two make a successful onstage pair, and their chemistry extends to romance. Both the show and their relationship are threatened, however, when one of Gantry's ex-lovers (Shirley Jones) decides that she has a score to settle with the charismatic performer.

Elmer Gantry

Name: Elmer Gantry
Duration: 145
Rating: 87

NR 2 hr 25 min

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How long is Elmer Gantry?: Elmer Gantry is 2 hr 25 min long.

Who directed Elmer Gantry?: Richard Brooks

Who is Elmer Gantry in Elmer Gantry?: Burt Lancaster plays Elmer Gantry in the film.

What is Elmer Gantry about?: When hedonistic but charming con man Elmer Gantry (Burt Lancaster) meets the beautiful Sister Sharon Falconer (Jean Simmons), a roadside revivalist, he feigns piousness to join her act as a passionate preacher. The two make a successful onstage pair, and their chemistry extends to romance. Both the show and their relationship are threatened, however, when one of Gantry's ex-lovers (Shirley Jones) decides that she has a score to settle with the charismatic performer.