Cat on a Hot Tin Roof

Story Line

An alcoholic ex-football player drinks his days away, having failed to come to terms with his sexuality and his real feelings for his football buddy who died after an ambiguous accident. His wife is crucified by her desperation to make him desire her: but he resists the affections of his wife. His reunion with his father—who is dying of cancer—jogs a host of memories and revelations for both father and son.

Top Cast

Jessica Lange

Maggie Pollitt

Tommy Lee Jones

Brick Pollitt

Rip Torn

Harvey 'Big Daddy' Pollitt

Kim Stanley

Ida 'Big Mama' Pollitt

Penny Fuller

Mae Pollitt

David Dukes

Gooper Pollitt