
Lilies of the Field
Sidney Poitier as the life-loving ex-GI who one day encounters five nuns escaped from beyond the Berlin Wall...
An unemployed construction worker heading out west stops at a remote farm in the desert to get water when his car overheats. The farm is being worked by a group of East European Catholic nuns, headed by the strict mother superior, who believes the man has been sent by God to build a much needed church in the desert.
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Movie Details
- Original Title: Lilies of the Field
- Genres: Comedy, Drama
- Release Date: 1963-06-04
- Runtime: 94 minutes
- Rating: 7.2/10 (197 votes)
- Budget: $247,000
- Revenue: $7,000,000
- Production Companies: Rainbow Productions, United Artists
- Status: Released
- Popularity: 1.6025
- Languages: English, Spanish, German
Cast & Crew

Sidney Poitier
as Homer Smith

Lilia Skala
as Mother Maria

Lisa Mann
as Sister Gertrude

Isa Crino
as Sister Agnes

Francesca Jarvis
as Sister Albertine

Pamela Branch
as Sister Elizabeth

Stanley Adams
as Juan Acolito

Dan Frazer
as Father Murphy

Bobby Driscoll
as Mexican Holding Chapel Door (uncredited)

Ralph Nelson
as Mr. Ashton (uncredited)
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Lilies of the Field (1963) Original Trailer [FHD]
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lilies of the Field?▼
Lilies of the Field is a Comedy, Drama movie directed by . It was released on 1963-06-04.
Who are the main actors in Lilies of the Field?▼
The main cast includes Sidney Poitier, Lilia Skala, Lisa Mann, Isa Crino, Francesca Jarvis, .
Where can I watch Lilies of the Field online?▼
You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if Lilies of the Field is available.
Is Lilies of the Field based on a true story?▼
Sidney Poitier as the life-loving ex-GI who one day encounters five nuns escaped from beyond the Berlin Wall...
What is the IMDb rating of Lilies of the Field?▼
Lilies of the Field has an IMDb rating of 7.2/10 based on 197 votes.
What is the budget and revenue of Lilies of the Field?▼
The movie had a production budget of $247,000 and earned $7,000,000 at the box office.
Who composed the soundtrack for Lilies of the Field?▼
The soundtrack was composed by Rainbow Productions, United Artists. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.
Where was Lilies of the Field filmed?▼
Lilies of the Field was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.
How long is Lilies of the Field?▼
The total runtime of Lilies of the Field is 94 minutes.
Is Lilies of the Field suitable for kids?▼
The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.
Will there be a sequel to Lilies of the Field?▼
There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to Lilies of the Field.
Does Lilies of the Field have a post-credit scene?▼
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