The Last Leaf (1983): cast, story & where to watch
1983 · Film · ★ 9.5
Released in 1983, The Last Leaf is a drama film directed by David Anspaugh, running about 24 minutes. “An Easter Parable” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. An Easter Parable: As lingering pneumonia takes her will to live, a young girl decides that she will die when the last leaf drops from a dying vine outside her window. Her neighbor, an elderly artist frustrated by his inability to paint what is in his heart, follows the example of the Savior and makes the ultimate sacrifice to save her life. In doing so, he creates the masterpiece he has been struggling to paint.
Who’s in it. The Last Leaf stars Hermione Baddeley as Mrs. McCleary, Sydney Penny as Susan, Pat Billingsley as Dr. Winchester and Art Carney as Mr. Verlain, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 9.5/10, The Last Leaf sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Last Leaf page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Last Leaf tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Last Leaf (1983)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Last Leaf change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Last Leaf worth watching?
- The Last Leaf holds an audience score of 9.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Last Leaf?
- The Last Leaf stars Hermione Baddeley, Sydney Penny, Pat Billingsley, Art Carney and Jane Kaczmarek.
- When was The Last Leaf released?
- The Last Leaf was released in 1983, with a runtime of about 24 minutes.