Patterns
Originally released in 1955. Patterns is a drama/tv movie film. directed by Fielder Cook. At just 53 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Richard Kiley, Everett Sloane, and Ed Begley
Synopsis
"Patterns" was an American television play broadcast live on January 12, 1955, remade as a film the next year with some of the same cast. Fred Staples is the newest executive in a large firm. He strikes up a friendship with Andy Sloane, the Vice President to whom he nominally reports. Staples is good at his job and the company's hard-nosed president, Walter Ramsey, is pleased with his choice. Staples has a crisis of conscience when Ramsey tells him that he's been recruited to replace Sloane, someone who has devoted his entire life to the company at the expense of his family. Sloane knows what Ramsey is up to but digs in his heels and refuses to quit. Tragedy ensues forcing Staples to make a choice.
Quick Facts
Release Date
January 12, 1955
71 years ago
Runtime
0h 53m
53 minutes total
User Rating
7.0/10
Great (1 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Director
Top Cast
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- J. Walter Thompson Agency
- Kraft Foods
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Patterns about?
"Patterns" was an American television play broadcast live on January 12, 1955, remade as a film the next year with some of the same cast. Fred Staples is the newest executive in a large firm. He st...
Who directed Patterns?
Patterns was directed by Fielder Cook.
How long is Patterns?
Patterns has a runtime of 0 hours and 53 minutes (53 minutes total).
When was Patterns released?
Patterns was released on January 12, 1955 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Patterns?
The main cast of Patterns includes Richard Kiley, Everett Sloane, Ed Begley, Elizabeth Montgomery, June Dayton.