Portrait from Life (1948): cast, story & where to watch
1948 · Film · ★ 6
Released in 1948, Portrait from Life is a thriller, drama, mystery and romance film directed by Terence Fisher, running about 90 minutes. “A psychological thriller, a captivating mystery, a tender love story - all brilliantly COMBINED INTO ONE EXCITING MOTION PICTURE” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A British army officer becomes fascinated by the portrait of a young woman. He travels to Germany to find her, only to discover that she is suffering from amnesia.
Who’s in it. Portrait from Life stars Mai Zetterling as Lidia, Robert Beatty as Campbell Reid, Guy Rolfe as Major Lawrence and Herbert Lom as Fritz Kottler Hendlemann, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, Portrait from 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 Portrait from Life page.
If you liked it. Fans of Portrait from Life tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Portrait from Life (1948)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Portrait from Life change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Portrait from Life worth watching?
- Portrait from Life holds an audience score of 6.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller, drama, mystery and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Portrait from Life?
- Portrait from Life stars Mai Zetterling, Robert Beatty, Guy Rolfe, Herbert Lom and Patrick Holt.
- When was Portrait from Life released?
- Portrait from Life was released in 1948, with a runtime of about 90 minutes.