The Lather Effect (2006): cast, story & where to watch

2006 · Film · ★ 4.9

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Released in 2006, The Lather Effect is a comedy and drama film directed by Sarah Kelly, running about 95 minutes. “Sometimes the only way to get over your past is to re-live it.” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. On the eve of selling her mother's house, a thirty-something housewife wakes up to a hangover surrounded by her best friends from high school...

Who’s in it. The Lather Effect stars Connie Britton as Valinda, Sarah Clarke as Claire, Eric Stoltz as Mickey and Peter Facinelli as Danny, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 4.9/10, The Lather Effect has proved divisive with audiences.

Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Lather Effect page.

If you liked it. Fans of The Lather Effect tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch The Lather Effect (2006)?
In US, The Lather Effect is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
Is The Lather Effect worth watching?
The Lather Effect holds an audience score of 4.9 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in The Lather Effect?
The Lather Effect stars Connie Britton, Sarah Clarke, Eric Stoltz, Peter Facinelli and David Herman.
When was The Lather Effect released?
The Lather Effect was released in 2006, with a runtime of about 95 minutes.