Lilith (1964): cast, story & where to watch

1964 · Film · ★ 6.5

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Released in 1964, Lilith is a thriller, drama and romance film directed by Robert Rossen, running about 114 minutes. “Before Eve there was Evil… and her name was Lilith!” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. Vincent Bruce, a war veteran, begins working as an occupational therapist at Poplar Lodge, a private psychiatric facility for wealthy people where he meets Lilith Arthur, a charming young woman suffering from schizophrenia, whose fragile beauty captivates all who meet her.

Who’s in it. Lilith stars Warren Beatty as Vincent Bruce, Jean Seberg as Lilith Arthur, Peter Fonda as Stephen Evshevsky and Kim Hunter as Dr. Bea Brice, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 6.5/10, Lilith has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.

Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies and YouTube. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Lilith page.

If you liked it. Fans of Lilith tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Lilith (1964)?
In US, Lilith is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
Is Lilith worth watching?
Lilith holds an audience score of 6.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller, drama and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Lilith?
Lilith stars Warren Beatty, Jean Seberg, Peter Fonda, Kim Hunter and Anne Meacham.
When was Lilith released?
Lilith was released in 1964, with a runtime of about 114 minutes.