Lift (1996): cast, story & where to watch
1996 · Film · ★ 4.2
Released in 1996, Lift is a science fiction film directed by Anthony Theisen, running about 90 minutes. “The Aliens are Coming” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Young pizza delivery man Larry wanders through the desert waiting for the aliens to land - he believes in everything he hears and does anything anyone tells him.
Who’s in it. Lift stars Patrick Killian as Larry Webber, Bruce Burns as UFO Lecturer, Jose Ramos as Abductee and Elyse Ashton as Pam, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.2/10, Lift has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Lift page.
If you liked it. Fans of Lift tend to enjoy Inception, Interstellar, The Empire Strikes Back and Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Lift (1996)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Lift change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Lift worth watching?
- Lift holds an audience score of 4.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy science fiction. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Lift?
- Lift stars Patrick Killian, Bruce Burns, Jose Ramos, Elyse Ashton and Lise Hart.
- When was Lift released?
- Lift was released in 1996, with a runtime of about 90 minutes.