Where to watch Imitation of Life(1959)
In the United States, Imitation of Life isn't included with any subscription, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video, Apple TV, Google Play, and YouTube.
Where to stream Imitation of Life
Availability in United States
Rent
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Data updated on October 10, 2026. Availability data from JustWatch.
Imitation of Life plot summary
Fannie Hurst's best selling novel of today's tormented generation!
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.
Details
- Release date
- April 9, 1959
- Runtime
- 2h 5m
- Genres
- Drama, Romance
- Directed by
- Douglas Sirk
- Country
- United States
- TMDB rating
- 7.4 / 10 · 330 votes
Imitation of Life trailer
Cast
Lana TurnerLora Meredith
John GavinSteve Archer
Sandra DeeSusie (16)
Susan KohnerSarah Jane (18)
Robert AldaAllen Loomis
Dan O'HerlihyDavid Edwards
Juanita MooreAnnie Johnson- Karin DickerSarah Jane (8)
Terry BurnhamSusie (6)- John VivyanYoung Man
FAQ
Where can I watch Imitation of Life?
In the United States, Imitation of Life isn't included with any subscription, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video, Apple TV, Google Play, and YouTube.
Can I rent or buy Imitation of Life?
Yes. In the United States you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube, and Fandango At Home.
How long is Imitation of Life?
Imitation of Life runs 2h 5m (125 minutes).
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