The Lady Lies (1929): cast, story & where to watch
1929 · Film · ★ 5
Released in 1929, The Lady Lies is a drama film directed by Hobart Henley, running about 73 minutes.
What it’s about. Much to the disapproval of his snooty children, a wealthy widowed attorney takes up with a beautiful but "lower-class" woman.
Who’s in it. The Lady Lies stars Walter Huston as Robert Rossiter, Claudette Colbert as Joyce Roamer, Charles Ruggles as Charlie Tayler and Patricia Deering as Jo Rossiter, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, The Lady Lies has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Lady Lies page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Lady Lies tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Lady Lies (1929)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Lady Lies change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Lady Lies worth watching?
- The Lady Lies holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Lady Lies?
- The Lady Lies stars Walter Huston, Claudette Colbert, Charles Ruggles, Patricia Deering and Tom Brown.
- When was The Lady Lies released?
- The Lady Lies was released in 1929, with a runtime of about 73 minutes.