


Film · Released
Imitation of Life
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Imitation of Life at a glance
Imitation of Life is a 1959 drama and romance film, running 2h 5m. Its current release status is “Released”. Age rating: 12 in the United Kingdom.
In the United Kingdom it is listed on Apple TV Store, Amazon Video and Sky Store.
Rated 12 in the United Kingdom — suitable for older children and teenagers; parental guidance recommended.
All key facts8
- Type
- Feature film
- Released
- 1959-04-09
- Runtime
- 2h 5m
- Genres
- Drama, Romance
- Director
- Douglas Sirk
- Original language
- English
- Status
- Released
- TMDB rating
- 7.4 / 10 · 332 votes
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Availability
Where to watch in the United Kingdom
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Synopsis
Feature filmIn 1940s New York, a white widow who dreams of being on Broadway has a chance encounter with a black single mother, who becomes her maid.
Cast
14 names
Lana TurnerLora Meredith
John GavinSteve Archer
Sandra DeeSusie (16)
Susan KohnerSarah Jane (18)
Robert AldaAllen Loomis
Dan O'HerlihyDavid Edwards
Juanita MooreAnnie Johnson
Terry BurnhamSusie (6)
Ann RobinsonShowgirl
Troy DonahueFrankie
Sandra GouldAnnetteQuestions about Imitation of Life
Quick answersWhere can I watch Imitation of Life in the United Kingdom?
In the United Kingdom, Imitation of Life is listed on Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Sky Store, YouTube, Apple TV Store, Amazon Video. Use the country selector above the facts to see another market — streaming rights differ by country.
Is Imitation of Life suitable for children?
Imitation of Life is rated 12 in the United Kingdom. That rating covers the themes and content levels set by the local classifier, so use it together with your own judgement for younger viewers.
Is Imitation of Life on PelisPlus UK?
Imitation of Life has a full discovery page on PelisPlus UK with its synopsis, cast, ratings and runtime. PelisPlus UK does not host video files; playback opens the third-party player sources configured by the site operator.
What is Imitation of Life about?
In 1940s New York, a white widow who dreams of being on Broadway has a chance encounter with a black single mother, who becomes her maid.
How long is Imitation of Life?
Imitation of Life runs for 2h 5m. The certification and runtime come from TMDB and can differ by region.
Can I watch the Imitation of Life trailer?
Yes. Press Watch trailer to play Imitation of Life Official Trailer #1 - Lana Turner Movie (1959) HD without leaving this page. The trailer is embedded from YouTube.
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