Billy Liar
one guy ... three girls ... one ring!
A young Englishman dreams of escaping from his working class family and dead-end job as an undertaker's assistant. A number of indiscretions cause him to lie in order to avoid the penalties. His life turns into a mess and he has an opportunity to run away and leave it all behind.
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Movie Details
- Original Title: Billy Liar
- Genres: Comedy, Romance, Drama
- Release Date: 1963-08-15
- Runtime: 98 minutes
- Rating: 6.8/10 (122 votes)
- Budget: $0
- Revenue: $35,609
- Production Companies: Vic Films Productions, Waterfall Productions
- Status: Released
- Popularity: 1.4633
- Languages: English
Cast & Crew
Tom Courtenay
as William Terrence 'Billy' Fisher
Julie Christie
as Liz
Wilfred Pickles
as Geoffrey Fisher
Mona Washbourne
as Alice Fisher
Ethel Griffies
as Grandma Florence
Finlay Currie
as Duxbury
Gwendolyn Watts
as Rita
Helen Fraser
as Barbara
Leonard Rossiter
as Emanuel Shadrack
Rodney Bewes
as Arthur Crabtree
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Trailers & Clips
Brian Trenchard-Smith on BILLY LIAR
BILLY LIAR - Official Trailer - 50th Anniversary Edition
Critics' Picks - 'Billy Liar'
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Billy Liar?▼
Billy Liar is a Comedy, Romance, Drama movie directed by . It was released on 1963-08-15.
Who are the main actors in Billy Liar?▼
The main cast includes Tom Courtenay, Julie Christie, Wilfred Pickles, Mona Washbourne, Ethel Griffies, .
Where can I watch Billy Liar online?▼
You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if Billy Liar is available.
Is Billy Liar based on a true story?▼
one guy ... three girls ... one ring!
What is the IMDb rating of Billy Liar?▼
Billy Liar has an IMDb rating of 6.8/10 based on 122 votes.
What is the budget and revenue of Billy Liar?▼
The movie had a production budget of $0 and earned $35,609 at the box office.
Who composed the soundtrack for Billy Liar?▼
The soundtrack was composed by Vic Films Productions, Waterfall Productions. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.
Where was Billy Liar filmed?▼
Billy Liar was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.
How long is Billy Liar?▼
The total runtime of Billy Liar is 98 minutes.
Is Billy Liar suitable for kids?▼
The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.
Will there be a sequel to Billy Liar?▼
There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to Billy Liar.
Does Billy Liar have a post-credit scene?▼
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