Elmer Gantry (1960)

Name: Elmer Gantry
Released: 1960

A charismatic charlatan begins a business — and eventually romantic — relationship with a roadside evangelist to sell religion to 1920s America. Based on Sinclair Lewis' novel of the same name.

Genres: Drama

What to watch after Elmer Gantry

The Killers (1946) — Richard Brooks wrote for both
The Professionals (1966) — Richard Brooks directed both
The Big Country (1958) — Jean Simmons appears in both
Bad Day at Black Rock (1955) — Dean Jagger appears in both
Cat on a Hot Tin Roof (1958) — Richard Brooks directed both
Sweet Smell of Success (1957) — Same feel: cynical, dramatic