Lady in a Cage (1964): cast, story & where to watch

1964 · Film · ★ 6.2

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Released in 1964, Lady in a Cage is a thriller, drama, horror and mystery film directed by Walter Grauman, running about 94 minutes. “What happens in this elevator is not for the weak - it is, perhaps, not even for the strong!” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. A woman trapped in a home elevator is terrorized by a group of vicious hoodlums.

Who’s in it. Lady in a Cage stars Olivia de Havilland as Mrs. Cornelia Hilyard, James Caan as Randall Simpson O'Connell, Jennifer Billingsley as Elaine and Rafael Campos as Essie, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 6.2/10, Lady in a Cage 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 Lady in a Cage page.

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

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Lady in a Cage (1964)?
In US, Lady in a Cage 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 Lady in a Cage worth watching?
Lady in a Cage holds an audience score of 6.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller, drama, horror and mystery. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Lady in a Cage?
Lady in a Cage stars Olivia de Havilland, James Caan, Jennifer Billingsley, Rafael Campos and William Swan.
When was Lady in a Cage released?
Lady in a Cage was released in 1964, with a runtime of about 94 minutes.