The Legend of Lylah Clare
"Overnight, she became a star...Over many nights, she became a legend."
Originally released in 1968. The Legend of Lylah Clare is a drama/crime film. directed by Robert Aldrich. With a runtime of 2h 10m, it's an epic theatrical experience.
Starring Kim Novak, Peter Finch, and Ernest Borgnine
Synopsis
A dictatorial film director hires an unknown actress to play the lead role in a planned movie biography of a late, great Hollywood star.
Quick Facts
Release Date
August 21, 1968
57 years ago
Runtime
2h 10m
130 minutes total
User Rating
5.9/10
Mixed (28 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top Cast
Kim Novak
as Lylah Clare / Elsa Brinkmann / Elsa Campbell
Peter Finch
as Lewis Zarken / Louie Flack
Ernest Borgnine
as Barney Sheean
Milton Selzer
as Bart Langner
Rossella Falk
as Rossella
Gabriele Tinti
as Paolo
Valentina Cortese
as Countess Bozo Bedoni
Jean Carroll
as Becky Langner
Michael Murphy
as Mark Peter Sheean
Coral Browne
as Molly Luther
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Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer
- The Associates & Aldrich Company
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Legend of Lylah Clare about?
A dictatorial film director hires an unknown actress to play the lead role in a planned movie biography of a late, great Hollywood star.
Who directed The Legend of Lylah Clare?
The Legend of Lylah Clare was directed by Robert Aldrich.
How long is The Legend of Lylah Clare?
The Legend of Lylah Clare has a runtime of 2 hours and 10 minutes (130 minutes total).
When was The Legend of Lylah Clare released?
The Legend of Lylah Clare was released on August 21, 1968 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Legend of Lylah Clare?
The main cast of The Legend of Lylah Clare includes Kim Novak, Peter Finch, Ernest Borgnine, Milton Selzer, Rossella Falk.