The Patron Saint of Liars
1998, English. Directed by Stephen Gyllenhaal.
On the run from the past, she found herself
Unhappy in her marriage, expectant mother Rose (Dana Delany) flees to a home for unwed mothers in rural Tennessee in this adaptation of Ann Patchett's novel. When she stays on after her baby is born, Rose becomes friends with an elderly nun (Sada Thompson) and begins a relationship with the local handyman, Son (Clancy Brown). Everything seems fine until Rose's first husband tracks her down and she's forced to relive her troubled past.
- Runtime
- 1h 32m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- NR
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The Patron Saint of Liars is streaming on Amazon Prime Video and Troma NOW in India.
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- Released
- 5 April 1998
- Country
- United States of America
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How long is The Patron Saint of Liars?
The Patron Saint of Liars runs 92 minutes (1h 32m).
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The Patron Saint of Liars parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The Patron Saint of Liars is rated NR in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is The Patron Saint of Liars on?
The Patron Saint of Liars is streaming on Amazon Prime Video and Troma NOW in India. (Checked 14 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Patron Saint of Liars?
If you liked The Patron Saint of Liars, try The Secret: Dare to Dream, Flamingo Road, The Magic of Ordinary Days.
Who directed The Patron Saint of Liars?
The Patron Saint of Liars (1998) was directed by Stephen Gyllenhaal and stars Dana Delany, Ellen Burstyn, Clancy Brown.