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Baby Doll

1956 · 114 min · Director: Elia Kazan

Baby Doll (1956) is a drama film, directed by Elia Kazan. It stars Karl Malden and Carroll Baker. The 114-minute film holds an audience score of 7/10.

What Baby Doll Is About

Archie Lee Meighan is a failing cotton gin owner who is married to Baby Doll, a 19-year old childlike beauty whose father arranged the marriage for financial reasons. As Archie awaits the arrival of Baby Doll's 20th birthday, the day that they are supposed to consummate their marriage, he faces interference from business rival Silva Vacarro, who plots to seduce Baby Doll away from Meighan.

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What is Baby Doll about?

Archie Lee Meighan is a failing cotton gin owner who is married to Baby Doll, a 19-year old childlike beauty whose father arranged the marriage for financial reasons. As Archie awaits the arrival of Baby Doll's 20th birthday, the day that they are supposed to consummate their marriage, he faces interference from business rival Silva Vacarro, who plots to seduce Baby Doll away from Meighan.

Where can I watch Baby Doll?

Baby Doll is available to watch on digital platforms such as TCM, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies. Current rent and buy options are listed in the "Where to Watch" section on this page.

How long is Baby Doll?

Baby Doll runs for 114 minutes (1h 54m).

When did Baby Doll come out?

Baby Doll was released in 1956.

Who directed Baby Doll?

Baby Doll was directed by Elia Kazan.

Who stars in Baby Doll?

Baby Doll stars Karl Malden, Carroll Baker, Eli Wallach, Mildred Dunnock.

What is Baby Doll's rating?

Baby Doll holds 7.3/10 on IMDb and 7.0/10 on TMDB. Its Pulse Score is 72 out of 100.

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