The Lonely Lady (1983): cast, story & where to watch
1983 · Film · ★ 5.3
Released in 1983, The Lonely Lady is a drama film directed by Peter Sasdy, running about 92 minutes. “From the sensual world of Harold Robbins comes the story of a woman's struggle for fame in Hollywood.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A young screenwriter allows others to exploit her in the hopes of "making it" in Hollywood.
Who’s in it. The Lonely Lady stars Pia Zadora as Jerilee Randall, Lloyd Bochner as Walter Thornton, Bibi Besch as Veronica Randall and Joseph Cali as Vincent Dacosta, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.3/10, The Lonely Lady has proved divisive with audiences. It went on to earn $1 at the box office.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Lonely Lady page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Lonely Lady tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Lonely Lady (1983)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Lonely Lady change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Lonely Lady worth watching?
- The Lonely Lady holds an audience score of 5.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Lonely Lady?
- The Lonely Lady stars Pia Zadora, Lloyd Bochner, Bibi Besch, Joseph Cali and Anthony Holland.
- When was The Lonely Lady released?
- The Lonely Lady was released in 1983, with a runtime of about 92 minutes.