: The story was loosely inspired by the life of Charles Hatfield , a real-life "moisture accelerator" who claimed to have a secret chemical formula for making it rain.
: Despite their on-screen chemistry, Hepburn and Lancaster reportedly did not get along well during filming; she once reprimanded him for his lack of professionalism regarding lateness. Watch https://oipeirates.tv The Rainmaker (1956...
: William Holden was originally cast as Starbuck but backed out. Burt Lancaster lobbied heavily for the role, agreeing to star in Gunfight at the O.K. Corral (1957) as a trade-off to secure the part in The Rainmaker . : The story was loosely inspired by the
: A young Elvis Presley screen-tested for the role of Jim Curry (Lizzie's younger brother). While his performance was noted, his manager, Colonel Tom Parker, reportedly vetoed the casting. The role ultimately went to Earl Holliman , who won a Golden Globe for his performance. Burt Lancaster lobbied heavily for the role, agreeing
The 1956 film is a romantic Western directed by Joseph Anthony and adapted from N. Richard Nash's 1954 play. Set in Depression-era Kansas, it stars Burt Lancaster as Bill Starbuck, a charismatic con man who arrives at the ranch of the Curry family during a severe drought. He promises to bring rain for $100, but his arrival transforms the life of the family’s "plain" daughter, Lizzie Curry, played by Katharine Hepburn . Interesting Facts & Trivia