Liliom (1934): cast, story & where to watch
1934 · Film · ★ 6.3
Released in 1934, Liliom is a fantasy and drama film directed by Fritz Lang, running about 118 minutes.
What it’s about. Two women love the same man in a world of few prospects. In Budapest, Liliom is a "public figure," a rascal who's a carousel barker, loved by the experienced merry-go-round owner and by a young, innocent maid. The maid, Julie, loses her job after going out with Liliom; he's fired by his jealous employer for going out with Julie. The two lovers move in with Julie's aunt; unemployment emasculates him and a local weasel tempts him with crime. Julie, now wan, is true to Liliom even in his bad temper. Meanwhile, a stolid widower, a carpenter, wants to marry Julie. Is there any future on this earth for Julie and Liliom, whose love is passionate rather than ideal?
Who’s in it. Liliom stars Charles Boyer as Liliom Zadowski, Madeleine Ozeray as Julie Boulard, Robert Arnoux as Letourneur and Roland Toutain as The drunken sailor, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.3/10, Liliom 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 Liliom page.
If you liked it. Fans of Liliom tend to enjoy The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, The Green Mile, Spirited Away and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Liliom (1934)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Liliom change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Liliom worth watching?
- Liliom holds an audience score of 6.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy fantasy and drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Liliom?
- Liliom stars Charles Boyer, Madeleine Ozeray, Robert Arnoux, Roland Toutain and Alexandre Rignault.
- When was Liliom released?
- Liliom was released in 1934, with a runtime of about 118 minutes.