Life Goes On (1963): cast, story & where to watch
1963 · Film · ★ 6.9
Released in 1963, Life Goes On is a drama film directed by Fernando Fernán Gómez, running about 119 minutes.
What it’s about. Madrid, Spain. Eloísa, a self-sacrificing wife and efficient mother, lives in the neighborhood of Maravillas with her husband, a violent policeman; her sanctimonious son, who spends his life studying and praying to atone for the sins of his family; and her two daughters, obsessed with wealth, who hate each other deeply.
Who’s in it. Life Goes On stars Lina Canalejas as Eloísa, Fernando Fernán Gómez as Faustino, Gemma Cuervo as Luisita and Milagros Leal as Mother, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.9/10, Life Goes On has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Life Goes On page.
If you liked it. Fans of Life Goes On tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Life Goes On (1963)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Life Goes On change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Life Goes On worth watching?
- Life Goes On holds an audience score of 6.9 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Life Goes On?
- Life Goes On stars Lina Canalejas, Fernando Fernán Gómez, Gemma Cuervo, Milagros Leal and Agustín González.
- When was Life Goes On released?
- Life Goes On was released in 1963, with a runtime of about 119 minutes.