Lilian's Story (1996): cast, story & where to watch
1996 · Film · ★ 6
Released in 1996, Lilian's Story is a drama film directed by Jerzy Domaradzki, running about 94 minutes. “Everything matters.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. For forty years Lilian Singer has been locked up in a 'loony bin' by her father. Her release is eventually secured by her eccentric Aunt Kitty and her brother, John. Lilian starts to carve out a place for herself. As she explores Sydney and the people who live and work around her she sees others looking for love. Lilian shows us it is never too late to change your life and that even unusual choices can bring contentment.
Who’s in it. Lilian's Story stars Ruth Cracknell as Lilian Singer, Barry Otto as John Singer / Albion Singer, Toni Collette as Young Lilian Singer and John Flaus as Frank, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, Lilian's Story has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. In AU you can rent or buy it from Google Play Movies and YouTube. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Lilian's Story page.
If you liked it. Fans of Lilian's Story tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Lilian's Story (1996)?
- In AU, Lilian's Story is available to rent or buy from Google Play Movies and YouTube. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Lilian's Story worth watching?
- Lilian's Story holds an audience score of 6.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Lilian's Story?
- Lilian's Story stars Ruth Cracknell, Barry Otto, Toni Collette, John Flaus and Susie Lindeman.
- When was Lilian's Story released?
- Lilian's Story was released in 1996, with a runtime of about 94 minutes.