Lily Dale
1996, English. Directed by Peter Masterson.
The past is only dangerous when you try to forget.
In 1910, 19-year-old Horace Robedaux, still bitter toward his stepfather, goes to Houston to be reunited with his mother, Corella, and his sister, Lily Dale, following a long estrangement. He has not seen either since he was 12 because his wicked stepfather, Pete Davenport (whom his mother married after his father drank himself to death) believes a boy ought to be self-reliant.
- Runtime
- 1h 38m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- PG
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Cast & crew
- Peter MastersonDirector
- Mary Stuart MastersonLily Dale
- Sam ShepardPete Davenport
- Stockard ChanningCorella
- Tim GuineeHorace Robedaux
- John SlatteryWill Kidder
- Jean StapletonMrs. Coons
- Sean HenniganCard Player
- Chamblee FergusonDrummer
- Elbert LewisVegetable Vendor
- Johnathan BrenTrio Singer
- Brent AndersonTrio Singer
- Mark WaltersUncle Albert
Details
- Released
- 9 June 1996
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Horton Foote
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What Lily Dale is based on
Lily Dale is adapted from a play or musical.
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Lily Dale: quick answers
What should I watch before Lily Dale?
Watch 1918 (1985), On Valentine's Day (1986), Courtship (1987), and Convicts (1991) first.
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How long is Lily Dale?
Lily Dale runs 98 minutes (1h 38m).
Does Lily Dale have a post-credits scene?
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Lily Dale parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Lily Dale is rated PG in India. That rating means it is generally fine for children.
Which OTT platform is Lily Dale on?
Lily Dale is streaming on fuboTV, UP Faith & Family, and UP Faith & Family Amazon Channel in India. (Checked 11 November 2026.)
What movies are like Lily Dale?
If you liked Lily Dale, try Hello Sister, Goodbye Life, Fences, Cassandra's Dream.
Who directed Lily Dale?
Lily Dale (1996) was directed by Peter Masterson and stars Mary Stuart Masterson, Sam Shepard, Stockard Channing.
What is Lily Dale based on?
Lily Dale is adapted from a play or musical.