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Imitation of Life

“THE DARING STORY OF MOTHER LOVE - On the Screen for the First Time!”

7.019341h 51mDramaRomance
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Imitation of Life at a glance

Imitation of Life is a 1934 drama and romance film, running 1h 51m. Its current release status is “Released”. Age rating: PG in the United Kingdom.

In the United Kingdom it is listed on Apple TV Store, Amazon Video and Sky Store.

PG age rating1h 51mDramaRomance

Rated PG in the United Kingdom — generally suitable for family viewing, with the usual guidance for younger children.

All key facts8
Type
Feature film
Released
1934-11-23
Runtime
1h 51m
Genres
Drama, Romance
Director
John M. Stahl
Original language
English
Status
Released
TMDB rating
7.0 / 10 · 89 votes

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Synopsis

Feature film

A struggling widow and her daughter take in a black housekeeper and her fair-skinned daughter. The two women start a successful business but face familial, identity, and racial issues along the way.

Cast

14 names
Claudette ColbertBeatrice 'Bea' Pullman
Louise BeaversDelilah Johnson
Warren WilliamStephen 'Steve' Archer
Rochelle HudsonJessie Pullman, Age 18
Ned SparksElmer Smith
Fredi WashingtonPeola Johnson, Age 19
Juanita QuigleyBaby Jessie Pullman, Age 3
Alan HaleMartin the Furniture Man
Henry ArmettaThe Painter
Wyndham StandingBeatrice's Butler Jarvis
Joyce ComptonYoung Woman at Party (uncredited)
Noel FrancisMrs. Eden (uncredited)
Jane WithersPeola's Frontrow Classmate (uncredited)
Marcia Mae JonesPeola's Frontrow Classmate (uncredited)

Questions about Imitation of Life

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Where can I watch Imitation of Life in the United Kingdom?

In the United Kingdom, Imitation of Life is listed on Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Sky Store, YouTube, Apple TV Store, Amazon Video. Use the country selector above the facts to see another market — streaming rights differ by country.

Is Imitation of Life suitable for children?

Imitation of Life is rated PG in the United Kingdom. That rating covers the themes and content levels set by the local classifier, so use it together with your own judgement for younger viewers.

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What is Imitation of Life about?

A struggling widow and her daughter take in a black housekeeper and her fair-skinned daughter. The two women start a successful business but face familial, identity, and racial issues along the way.

How long is Imitation of Life?

Imitation of Life runs for 1h 51m. The certification and runtime come from TMDB and can differ by region.

Can I watch the Imitation of Life trailer?

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