THE KID STAYS IN THE PICTURE puts the spotlight on the tumultuous life of Robert Evans, a prolific Hollywood producer who had it all, lost it all, regained most of, all while living a life filled with sex, drugs, and movie stars. This film is based on Evans’ autobiography and he narrates, starting with being discovered by Norma Shearer to play a bit role in James Cagney's Man of a Thousand Faces. He takes parts in some minor films, including a hilariously campy horror flick. After a take on the set of The Sun Also Rises, film legend Daryl F. Zanuck states, "The kid (Evans) stays in the picture!" Evans works his way up to becoming head of production of Paramount Pictures during the making of hits like Rosemary's Baby and Love Story, but the studio really takes off with the making of The Godfather. Evans gives us an intimate look at the making of now classic movies, as well as his marriages and dates with beautiful women, and his struggles to stay on top before his cocaine bust and downfall.