Tell Me a Riddle
1980, English. Directed by Lee Grant.
A love story that became a marriage that became a love story.
Aging couple David and Eva have lost the spark that once infused their marriage. After nearly four decades together, the elderly duo is feel disconnected and lost. When they discover that Eva is sick, they decide to travel across the country to stay with their granddaughter in San Francisco. On the trip, with Eva's possible death looming, the couple rediscovers the passion and love that had been missing from their lives.
- Runtime
- 1h 33m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- PG
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Tell Me a Riddle is streaming on Night Flight Plus in India.
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- Released
- 15 December 1980
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Joyce Eliason, Alev Lytle
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Tell Me a Riddle runs 93 minutes (1h 33m).
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Tell Me a Riddle parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Tell Me a Riddle is rated PG in India. That rating means it is generally fine for children.
Which OTT platform is Tell Me a Riddle on?
Tell Me a Riddle is streaming on Night Flight Plus in India. (Checked 12 November 2026.)
What movies are like Tell Me a Riddle?
If you liked Tell Me a Riddle, try Holy Lands, Sky, Call Me Crazy: A Five Film.
Who directed Tell Me a Riddle?
Tell Me a Riddle (1980) was directed by Lee Grant and stars Melvyn Douglas, Lila Kedrova, Brooke Adams.