Ladybug, Ladybug (1963): cast, story & where to watch
1963 · Film · ★ 6.8

Released in 1963, Ladybug, Ladybug is a drama film directed by Frank Perry, running about 82 minutes. “Frank and Eleanor Perry, makers of "David and Lisa," have produced a new motion picture... a picture dedicated to life.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Staff and students at a rural school react to a warning of an imminent nuclear attack, not knowing whether it is real or mistaken.
Who’s in it. Ladybug, Ladybug stars William Daniels as Mr. Calkins, Nancy Marchand as Mrs. Andrews, Jane Connell as Mrs. Maxton and James Frawley as Truck Driver, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.8/10, Ladybug, Ladybug 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 Ladybug, Ladybug page.
If you liked it. Fans of Ladybug, Ladybug tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Ladybug, Ladybug (1963)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Ladybug, Ladybug change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Ladybug, Ladybug worth watching?
- Ladybug, Ladybug holds an audience score of 6.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Ladybug, Ladybug?
- Ladybug, Ladybug stars William Daniels, Nancy Marchand, Jane Connell, James Frawley and Estelle Parsons.
- When was Ladybug, Ladybug released?
- Ladybug, Ladybug was released in 1963, with a runtime of about 82 minutes.
