Billy Liar (1963)
Billy Liar is a 1963 comedy movie directed by John Schlesinger, with a running time of 1h 38m. It stars Tom Courtenay, Julie Christie and Wilfred Pickles.
A young Englishman dreams of escaping from his working class family and dead-end job as an undertaker's assistant. A number of indiscretions cause him to lie in order to avoid the penalties. His life turns into a mess and he has an opportunity to run away and leave it all behind.
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What is Billy Liar about?
A young Englishman dreams of escaping from his working class family and dead-end job as an undertaker's assistant. A number of indiscretions cause him to lie in order to avoid the penalties. His life turns into a mess and he has an opportunity to run away and leave it all behind.
When was Billy Liar released?
Billy Liar was released on 15 August 1963.
How long is Billy Liar?
Billy Liar runs 1h 38m.
Who made Billy Liar?
Billy Liar was directed by John Schlesinger.
Where can I watch Billy Liar?
Billy Liar is available on Kanopy and Tubi TV.
Where to watch Billy Liar
Watch free: Kanopy
Watch free with ads: Tubi TV
Cast
- Tom Courtenay as William Terrence 'Billy' Fisher
- Julie Christie as Liz
- Wilfred Pickles as Geoffrey Fisher
- Mona Washbourne as Alice Fisher
- Ethel Griffies as Grandma Florence
- Finlay Currie as Duxbury
- Gwendolyn Watts as Rita
- Helen Fraser as Barbara
- Leonard Rossiter as Emanuel Shadrack
- Rodney Bewes as Arthur Crabtree
- George Innes as Stamp
- Leslie Randall as Danny Boon