Lillian Russell (1940): cast, story & where to watch
1940 · Film · ★ 5.9
Released in 1940, Lillian Russell is a drama and music film directed by Irving Cummings, running about 127 minutes. “The life and loves of the woman whose beauty had the world and its famous men at her feet!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Alice Faye plays the title role in this 1940 film biography of the early-20th-century stage star.
Who’s in it. Lillian Russell stars Alice Faye as Lillian Russell, Don Ameche as Edward Solomon, Henry Fonda as Alexander Moore and Edward Arnold as Diamond Jim Brady, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.9/10, Lillian Russell has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies and YouTube. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Lillian Russell page.
If you liked it. Fans of Lillian Russell tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Lillian Russell (1940)?
- In US, Lillian Russell is available to rent or buy from Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies and YouTube. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Lillian Russell worth watching?
- Lillian Russell holds an audience score of 5.9 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and music. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Lillian Russell?
- Lillian Russell stars Alice Faye, Don Ameche, Henry Fonda, Edward Arnold and Warren William.
- When was Lillian Russell released?
- Lillian Russell was released in 1940, with a runtime of about 127 minutes.