

A Life of Her Own
1950, English. Directed by George Cukor.
Lana...as Lily James...a girl who knew what she wanted...and almost got it!
A young woman from Kansas moves to New York City, becomes highly successful at a prestigious modeling agency, and falls in love with a married man.
- Runtime
- 1h 48m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- NR
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A Life of Her Own isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it or buy it online.
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Cast & crew
- George CukorDirector
- Lana TurnerLily Brannel James
- Ray MillandSteve Harleigh
- Tom EwellTom Caraway
- Louis CalhernJim Leversoe
- Ann DvorakMary Ashlon
- Barry SullivanLee Gorrance
- Margaret PhillipsNora Harleigh
- Jean HagenMaggie Collins
- Phyllis KirkJerry
- Sara HadenSmitty
- Hermes PanSpecialty Dancer
- Dorothy AbbottModel (uncredited)
Details
- Released
- 1 September 1950
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Isobel Lennart
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How long is A Life of Her Own?
A Life of Her Own runs 108 minutes (1h 48m).
Does A Life of Her Own have a post-credits scene?
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A Life of Her Own parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
A Life of Her Own is rated NR in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is A Life of Her Own on?
A Life of Her Own isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it or buy it online. (Checked 13 November 2026.)
What movies are like A Life of Her Own?
If you liked A Life of Her Own, try Cradle Will Rock, 5 Flights Up, My Salinger Year.
Who directed A Life of Her Own?
A Life of Her Own (1950) was directed by George Cukor and stars Lana Turner, Ray Milland, Tom Ewell.