Rosen für die Lady (1968): Besetzung, Handlung & Streaming

Released in 1968, Rosen für die Lady is a drama film directed by Ulu Grosbard, running about 107 minutes. “The Story of Three Strangers...A Mother...A Father...And a Son.” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. When Timmy Cleary, comes home from soldiering, he's greeted by the open but strained arms of his two parents, John and Nettie. Once considered sickly and weak, he has now distinguished himself in the service and is ready to begin a new life. His parents, however, are still trapped in the bygone days of early and unresolved marital strife and begin emotionally deteriorating through several drama packed encounters. Now mature, the young Tim Cleary finally understands the family dynamics that has played all throughout his boyhood. By the simple act of bringing his mother roses on behalf of his father, Tim realizes he may have destroyed his family, but is helpless to obtain resolution which must come from both his parents.

Who’s in it. Rosen für die Lady stars Patricia Neal as Nettie Cleary, Jack Albertson as John Cleary, Martin Sheen as Timmy Cleary and Don Saxon as The Master of Ceremonies, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 6.7/10, Rosen für die Lady has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.

Where to watch. In USA you can stream it on TCM. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Rosen für die Lady page.

If you liked it. Fans of Rosen für die Lady tend to enjoy Die Verurteilten, Der Pate, Schindlers Liste and Der Pate - Teil II.