Movie

Lilian's Story

“Everything matters.”

★ 5.0(8)19961h 34m

Lilian's Story is available to rent or buy on Google Play Movies and YouTube in Australia. It isn't on a subscription streaming service there yet. Availability checked 23 July 2026.

Where to watch Lilian's Story

🇦🇺 Australia

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Good to know

Director: Jerzy Domaradzki
Release date: 1996-05-09
Runtime: 1h 34m
Language: English
Status: Released
Country: Australia
Studio: Movieco Australia

About Lilian's Story

Lilian's Story is a 1996 movie in the Drama genre, directed by Jerzy Domaradzki, starring Ruth Cracknell, Barry Otto and Toni Collette. It has a runtime of 1 hour 34 minutes. It holds an average rating of 5.0/10 from 8 viewers. Below you can see where to watch Lilian's Story in Australia — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

For forty years Lilian Singer has been locked up in a 'loony bin' by her father. Her release is eventually secured by her eccentric Aunt Kitty and her brother, John. Lilian starts to carve out a place for herself. As she explores Sydney and the people who live and work around her she sees others looking for love. Lilian shows us it is never too late to change your life and that even unusual choices can bring contentment.

Cast

Ruth Cracknell

Lilian Singer

Barry Otto

John Singer / Albion Singer

Toni Collette

Young Lilian Singer

John Flaus

Frank

Susie Lindeman

Jewel

Iris Shand

Aunt Kitty

Anne-Louise Lambert

Mother

Essie Davis

Zara

Jeff Truman

Head Orderly

Lyle O'Hara

Esther

Kate Agnew

May

Fiona Press

Ruby

Themes & keywords

daughterasylumfathertragedyeccentricchoiceinsane

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch Lilian's Story in Australia?+

In Australia, Lilian's Story is available to rent or buy on Google Play Movies and YouTube. It isn't on a subscription streaming service there right now.

Is Lilian's Story on Netflix?+

Lilian's Story is not on Netflix in Australia right now.

How long is Lilian's Story?+

Lilian's Story has a runtime of 1 hour 34 minutes (94 minutes).

Who stars in Lilian's Story?+

Lilian's Story stars Ruth Cracknell, Barry Otto, Toni Collette, John Flaus and Susie Lindeman.

When did Lilian's Story come out?+

Lilian's Story is a 1996 movie directed by Jerzy Domaradzki.

What genre is Lilian's Story?+

Lilian's Story is Drama film.

Who directed Lilian's Story?+

Lilian's Story was directed by Jerzy Domaradzki.