Jimmy's film career takes off, as East of Eden begins filming. Giant opens in New York November 10, 1956. James Dean honored with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. Dean's acting debut in Fairmount High School's production of Mooncalf Mugford . He has many roles this year, including the lead role in An Apple from Coles County .
Jimmy graduates high school and returns to California to attend college.
James Dean hits the big screen with a bit part in Fixed Bayonet s. Dean 's fame grows, with several television appearances this year. Rebel Without a Cause and Giant in his final year. East of Eden opens Time magazine gives James rave reviews. After racing in Bakersfield, Palm Springs, and Santa Barbara, Dean trades in his Porsche Speedster for Little Bastard , a Porsche Spyder 550.