Imitation of Life
1959, English. Directed by Douglas Sirk.
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.
- Runtime
- 2h 5m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- NR
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Where to watch Imitation of Life
Imitation of Life isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it online.
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Cast & crew
Details
- Released
- 9 April 1959
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Eleanore Griffin, Allan Scott
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What Imitation of Life is based on
Imitation of Life is based on Imitation of Life (1933) by Fannie Hurst, published by Peter F. Collier.
1933
Imitation of Life
By Fannie Hurst
Published by Peter F. Collier
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Imitation of Life: quick answers
Is Imitation of Life worth watching?
Our verdict is Worth the Hype: Clear your evening for this. It scores 7.4/10 from 332 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Imitation of Life?
Imitation of Life runs 125 minutes (2h 5m).
Does Imitation of Life have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Imitation of Life. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Imitation of Life parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Imitation of Life is rated NR in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is Imitation of Life on?
Imitation of Life isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it online. (Checked 13 November 2026.)
What movies are like Imitation of Life?
If you liked Imitation of Life, try Not Easily Broken, Racing with the Moon, Purple Hearts.
Who directed Imitation of Life?
Imitation of Life (1959) was directed by Douglas Sirk and stars Lana Turner, John Gavin, Sandra Dee.
What is Imitation of Life based on?
Imitation of Life is based on Imitation of Life (1933) by Fannie Hurst, published by Peter F. Collier.