The Last Tycoon

From F. Scott Fitzgeralds last work, The Last Tycoon follows Monroe Stahr, Hollywoods Golden Boy as he battles father figure and boss Pat Brady for the soul of their studio. In a world darkened by the Depression and the growing influence of Hitlers Germany, The Last Tycoon illuminates the passions, violence and towering ambition of 1930s Hollywood.

With Pat Bradys back against the wall, he proves his worth as a studio head in pursuing film star Margo Taft. Monroe must manage two demanding bosses as Louis B. Mayer takes a driving role in Brady American. Rose seeks a new outlet in her life. Celia forms a connection with office boy, Max Miner. Monroes relationship with Kathleen blossoms as they let their guard down.

Stahr orchestrates an extravagant Hollywood party that masks a secret agenda. Brady courts Margo Taft to become Brady-Americans permanent leading lady. Rose is tortured by Stahrs public happiness and Bradys public philandering. Celia and Langs partnership takes a provocative turn. Hackett is intrigued by a visitor from Vienna. Kathleen reluctantly agrees to Monroes request to screen test.

Stahr hunts for the perfect publicity angle for Kathleen, while managing reactions to his big news. Brady hatches a bold business ploy that has sweeping consequences for the studio and forces Monroe to contain the repercussions. Kathleen struggles to manage her tangled web of half-truths. Celia cares for Max as they test the boundaries of their new relationship. Hackett takes a stand.

Brady makes a drastic decision to save the studio which causes a catastrophic rift in his relationship with Stahr. Monroe and Kathleen grapple with the emotional fallout of her dark deception. Rose forges a new path in life. Celia takes a lesson from her father. Maxs indiscretion comes back to haunt him. Hackett has a surprising proposition for Hannah.