Lift (2016): cast, story & where to watch
2016 · Film
Released in 2016, Lift is a comedy and drama film directed by Conor Armstrong Sanfey, running about 76 minutes. “Quirky comedy drama that pushes a group of ordinary people into an extraordinary situation.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Sean's vicious attack leaves a man unconscious and him stranded in an elevator with five others. In the confines of the lift, love has a chance of blossoming - violence has a chance of erupting - Sean has little chance of escape. With his freedom hanging in the balance can the people who fear him offer him one last chance of redemption?
Who’s in it. Lift stars Gerard McSorley as Granddad Eddy, Fiach Kunz as Sean, Kealan Ryan as Jay and Stephen Gorman as Mick, among others.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on True Story and rent or buy it from Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube and Fandango At Home. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Lift page.
If you liked it. Fans of Lift tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Lift (2016)?
- In US, Lift is available to stream on True Story, and 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.
- Who stars in Lift?
- Lift stars Gerard McSorley, Fiach Kunz, Kealan Ryan, Stephen Gorman and Hannah Crowley.
- When was Lift released?
- Lift was released in 2016, with a runtime of about 76 minutes.