Lady in the Dark (1954): cast, story & where to watch
1954 · Film · ★ 8
Released in 1954, Lady in the Dark is a drama and music film directed by Max Liebman.
What it’s about. Lady in the Dark is a musical about main character Liza Elliott, the unhappy female editor of a fashion magazine, Allure, undergoing psychoanalysis. This stylish and engaging 1954 TV production, trimmed to fit into a 90-minute time slot, is the most faithful of the various film and television adaptations.
Who’s in it. Lady in the Dark stars Ann Sothern as Liza, James Daly as Charley, Luella Gear as Maggie and Paul McGrath as Kendall, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 8.0/10, Lady in the Dark sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Lady in the Dark page.
If you liked it. Fans of Lady in the Dark tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Lady in the Dark (1954)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Lady in the Dark change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Lady in the Dark worth watching?
- Lady in the Dark holds an audience score of 8.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and music. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Lady in the Dark?
- Lady in the Dark stars Ann Sothern, James Daly, Luella Gear, Paul McGrath and Shepperd Strudwick.
- When was Lady in the Dark released?
- Lady in the Dark was released in 1954.