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Imitation of Life

Imitation of Life

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.

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Movie Details

  • Original Title: Imitation of Life
  • Genres: Drama, Romance
  • Release Date: 1959-06-26
  • Runtime: 125 minutes
  • Rating: 7.4/10 (291 votes)
  • Budget: $0
  • Revenue: $0
  • Production Companies: Universal International Pictures
  • Status: Released
  • Popularity: 1.8495
  • Languages: English

Cast & Crew

Lana Turner

Lana Turner

as Lora Meredith

John Gavin

John Gavin

as Steve Archer

Juanita Moore

Juanita Moore

as Annie Johnson

Sandra Dee

Sandra Dee

as Susie (16)

Susan Kohner

Susan Kohner

as Sarah Jane (18)

Robert Alda

Robert Alda

as Allen Loomis

Dan O'Herlihy

Dan O'Herlihy

as David Edwards

Karin Dicker

Karin Dicker

as Sarah Jane (8)

Terry Burnham

Terry Burnham

as Susie (6)

John Vivyan

John Vivyan

as Young man

Gallery

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Trailers & Clips

Imitation Of Life ≣ 1959 ≣ Trailer

Dan Ireland on IMITATION OF LIFE

Imitation of Life Official Trailer #1 - Lana Turner Movie (1959) HD

External Links

Keywords

familymotherhoodpassing for white

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Imitation of Life?

Imitation of Life is a Drama, Romance movie directed by . It was released on 1959-06-26.

Who are the main actors in Imitation of Life?

The main cast includes Lana Turner, John Gavin, Juanita Moore, Sandra Dee, Susan Kohner, .

Where can I watch Imitation of Life online?

You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if Imitation of Life is available.

Is Imitation of Life based on a true story?

Fannie Hurst's best selling novel of today's tormented generation!

What is the IMDb rating of Imitation of Life?

Imitation of Life has an IMDb rating of 7.4/10 based on 291 votes.

What is the budget and revenue of Imitation of Life?

The movie had a production budget of $0 and earned $0 at the box office.

Who composed the soundtrack for Imitation of Life?

The soundtrack was composed by Universal International Pictures. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.

Where was Imitation of Life filmed?

Imitation of Life was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.

How long is Imitation of Life?

The total runtime of Imitation of Life is 125 minutes.

Is Imitation of Life suitable for kids?

The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.

Will there be a sequel to Imitation of Life?

There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to Imitation of Life.

Does Imitation of Life have a post-credit scene?

Some movies include post-credit scenes. Stay till the end to find out!

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