Life Itself
2014, English. Directed by Steve James.
The only thing Roger loved more than movies.
The surprising and entertaining life of renowned film critic and social commentator Roger Ebert (1942-2013): his early days as a freewheeling bachelor and Pulitzer Prize winner, his famously contentious partnership with Gene Siskel, his life-altering marriage, and his brave and transcendent battle with cancer.
- Runtime
- 2h 1m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- R
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Worth the Hype
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Where to watch Life Itself
Life Itself is streaming on Dox and Magnolia Selects in India.
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Cast & crew
- Steve JamesDirector
- Stephen StantonRoger Ebert (voice)
- Roger EbertSelf - Film Critic
- Chaz EbertSelf - Ebert's Wife
- Ramin BahraniSelf - Filmmaker
- Richard CorlissSelf - Film Critic
- Nancy De Los SantosSelf - TV Producer
- Ava DuVernaySelf - Filmmaker
- Bruce ElliotSelf - Ebert's Friend
- Laura EmerickSelf - Journalist
- Emil EvansSelf - Ebert's Step-Grandson
- Raven EvansSelf - Ebert's Step-Granddaughter
- Sonia EvansSelf - Ebert's Step-Daughter
Details
- Released
- 4 July 2014
- Country
- United States of America
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What Life Itself is based on
Life Itself is adapted from a memoir or autobiography.
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Life Itself: quick answers
Is Life Itself worth watching?
Our verdict is Worth the Hype: Clear your evening for this. It scores 7.5/10 from 381 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Life Itself?
Life Itself runs 121 minutes (2h 1m).
Does Life Itself have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Life Itself. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Life Itself parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Life Itself is rated R in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is Life Itself on?
Life Itself is streaming on Dox and Magnolia Selects in India. (Checked 9 November 2026.)
What movies are like Life Itself?
If you liked Life Itself, try Come See Me in the Good Light, Attack of the Hollywood Clichés!, You Can See Everything.
Who directed Life Itself?
Life Itself (2014) was directed by Steve James and stars Stephen Stanton, Roger Ebert, Chaz Ebert.
What is Life Itself based on?
Life Itself is adapted from a memoir or autobiography.