Liza in London (1986): cast, story & where to watch

Released in 1986, Liza in London is a music and documentary film directed by Don Mischer, running about 90 minutes. “Liza Minnelli at the London Palladium in 1986” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. This concert program, from the London Palladium, begins with Minnelli singing “New York, New York” as an encore number to her show, then reflecting back 90 minutes to when she began the performance. Upon taking the stage, Minnelli opens with a medley of “Pick Yourself Up,” “Blue Skies.” and “I’m So Excited.” Next, Minnelli sings “Old Friends,” followed by “Wherever He Ain’t,” “Sad Songs (Say So Much),” “I Don’t Care Much,” “When the Sun Comes Out,” “I Couldn’t Be Happier (for You),” “London Town,” “I Don’t Want to Know,” “Some People,” and “Here’s to the Band.” After telling of how she recently turned forty, Minnelli sings “The Saga of Emma Finch”. Minnelli finishes singing “You’ve Let Yourself Go,” “He’s Funny That Way,” “I Love a Piano,” and “New York, New York.” Following a standing ovation, Minnelli is greeted backstage by her sister, Lorna Luft. Minnelli then encores with “Cabaret.” Finally, Minnelli returns to the stage for a final song: “The World Goes ‘Round.”

Who’s in it. Liza in London stars Liza Minnelli as Herself, Lorna Luft as Herself and Fred Ebb as Himself.

Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Shout! Factory Amazon Channel and rent or buy it from Google Play Movies, YouTube and Apple TV Store. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Liza in London page.

If you liked it. Fans of Liza in London tend to enjoy Whiplash, Coco, Green Book and The Legend of 1900.