James Dean

By Becky M. | Updated 13 November 2024

James Dean is one of the very few film stars who needs no introduction. Despite having only made three movies in his short lifetime, the legend of the original Hollywood bad boy lives on more than 50 years after his death. If you’re a fan of this screen giant and a keen online slot player, then you might be wondering why it’s taken so long for a James Dean themed video slot to come about. Thanks to  NextGen and NYX Gaming, the wait is over and now we can all enjoy the fast-paced James Dean slot, and all of its added extras.

Theme

When you picture James Dean what’s the first thing that comes to mind? If you imagined the cool actor donned in sunglasses and leather jackets, driving fast cars and living a fast lifestyle, then you have a good idea of what to expect from the NextGen  James Dean slot.

The reels are filled with symbols such as Porsches, Triumph motorcycles, old-fashioned film reels, and – of course- a pair of sunglasses. Even the lower value symbols in this game (10s through to Aces) are lit up in a 1950s Hollywood style. As you spin the reels of this game you will be transported back in time by the rock and roll music which plays in the background.

How to play

There are 25 pay lines and five reels in the James Dean video slot. Keep an eye out for some hugely rewarding symbols as you play, for example the image of James himself in a black leather jacket is an expanding wild which will make an appearance on the second and fourth reels.

Bonuses and extras

Another wild symbol to keep an eye out for is James Dean in a red turtleneck sweater. Find this symbol on the second and third reels at the same time and one of your active pay lines will be turned entirely wild, guaranteeing some big wins. This bonus round will also ask you pick from one of three pictures of James Dean, whichever one you choose will determine how big of a multiplier you receive for your bonus wins. This multiplier can be any amount between 2X and 5X.

Becky M.

Founder & Editor-in-Chief at Slotfruit

Rebecca (Becky) Mosley has been at the heart of the UK online gambling industry since 2008 – making her one of the most experienced voices in the space. She founded Take Marketing Limited and built SlotFruit.co.uk into one of the longest-running independent casino comparison sites in the country.

As editor-in-chief, Becky brings a genuine player-first perspective to everything on the site. She personally oversees every casino review and slot guide, making sure readers get straight-talking, honest information rather than marketing fluff. Her approach has always been the same: transparency, fair bonus terms, and responsible gambling above all else.

Over 17 years in the industry, Becky has built deep expertise across UK Gambling Commission licensing, slot game mechanics, bonus structures, and the constantly evolving regulatory landscape. She works directly with operators and software providers to keep every listing accurate and up to date.

Becky is a Companies House registered director (Take Marketing Limited, company no. 07619813) and is based in Lincolnshire, England.

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