Staircase (1969): cast, story & where to watch
1969 · Film · ★ 5.7
Released in 1969, Staircase is a comedy and drama film directed by Stanley Donen, running about 96 minutes. “A sad gay story” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. An aging gay couple owns a barber shop in the East End of London. One of them is a part-time actor about to go on trial for propositioning a police officer. The action takes place over the course of one night as they discuss their loving but often volatile past together and possible future without each other.
Who’s in it. Staircase stars Richard Burton as Harry Leeds, Rex Harrison as Charles Dyer, Cathleen Nesbitt as Harry's Mother and Beatrix Lehmann as Charlie's Mother, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.7/10, Staircase 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 Staircase page.
If you liked it. Fans of Staircase tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Staircase (1969)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Staircase change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Staircase worth watching?
- Staircase holds an audience score of 5.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Staircase?
- Staircase stars Richard Burton, Rex Harrison, Cathleen Nesbitt, Beatrix Lehmann and Stephen Lewis.
- When was Staircase released?
- Staircase was released in 1969, with a runtime of about 96 minutes.