Wonderful Life (1964): cast, story & where to watch
1964 · Film · ★ 5.8
Released in 1964, Wonderful Life is a comedy, romance and music film directed by Sidney J. Furie, running about 113 minutes. “Cliff's back! - He's swingin' singin' livin' and dancin' to a dozen it tunes!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Cliff Richard and The Shadows are hired to star in a movie shot amid the lush tropical scenery of the Canary Islands. A sunny seaside spectacular, filled with romance, excitement and high spirits - not to mention a dozen musical numbers.
Who’s in it. Wonderful Life stars Cliff Richard as Johnnie, Walter Slezak as Lloyd Davis, Susan Hampshire as Jenny Taylor and Hank Marvin as Hank - The Shadows, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.8/10, Wonderful Life 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 Wonderful Life page.
If you liked it. Fans of Wonderful Life tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Wonderful Life (1964)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Wonderful Life change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Wonderful Life worth watching?
- Wonderful Life holds an audience score of 5.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy, romance and music. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Wonderful Life?
- Wonderful Life stars Cliff Richard, Walter Slezak, Susan Hampshire, Hank Marvin and Bruce Welch.
- When was Wonderful Life released?
- Wonderful Life was released in 1964, with a runtime of about 113 minutes.