Lipstick (1976): cast, story & where to watch
1976 · Film · ★ 5
Released in 1976, Lipstick is a thriller and drama film directed by Lamont Johnson, running about 89 minutes. “It isn't always an invitation to a kiss.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. An aspiring avant-garde composer rapes a fashion model. When she takes him to court, she's slut-shamed by the defense and the man is exonerated. But justice will be served.
Who’s in it. Lipstick stars Margaux Hemingway as Chris McCormick, Chris Sarandon as Gordon Stuart, Mariel Hemingway as Kathy McCormick and Anne Bancroft as Carla Bondi, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, Lipstick has proved divisive with audiences.
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 Lipstick page.
If you liked it. Fans of Lipstick tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Lipstick (1976)?
- In US, Lipstick 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 Lipstick worth watching?
- Lipstick holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller and drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Lipstick?
- Lipstick stars Margaux Hemingway, Chris Sarandon, Mariel Hemingway, Anne Bancroft and Perry King.
- When was Lipstick released?
- Lipstick was released in 1976, with a runtime of about 89 minutes.