Back Street is a 1961 American Eastmancolor drama film directed by David Miller, and produced by Ross Hunter. The screenplay was written by William Ludwig and Eleanore Griffin based on the 1931 novel of the same name by Fannie Hurst. The music score is by Frank Skinner, who also scored the 1941 version. The film stars Susan Hayward, John Gavin, and Vera Miles. The story follows two lovers who have limited opportunities to get together because one of them is married. Hedda Hopper claims Hunter was considering Gregory Peck and William Holden for the lead until she suggested John Gavin.