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Libel

1959Movie1 h 40 minNR

DramaMystery
69
GoodGoodWatch score
IMDb7.1
69
GoodGoodWatch score
IMDb7.1

Summary

A California commercial pilot sees a telecast in London of an interview with Sir Mark Lodden at his home. The Canadian is convinced that the baronet is a fraud, and he is actually a look-alike actor named Frank Welney.

Good for

  • Date night
  • Family movie night
  • Friends night

Where to watch

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Not for laughs, brutality or comfort.

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Cast

24 of 25

Crew

Directed by
Anthony Asquith
Written by
Anatole de Grunwald, Karl Tunberg
Produced by
Anatole de Grunwald
Music by
Benjamin Frankel

Everyone

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Facts

October 23, 1959 · 1 h 40 min · NR

Released
October 23, 1959
Runtime
1 h 40 min
Age rating
NR
Genres
Drama, Mystery, Thriller
Original language
English
Made in
United Kingdom
Available in
5 countries

Tropes

Kubrick Stare, Off-into-the-Distance Ending, Plot Hole +9

Q&A

3 questions, like "Where can I stream Libel?"

Questions about Libel

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream Libel?

In the United States, you can rent or buy Libel from Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home.

Is Libel worth watching?

69
GoodGoodWatch score

Mostly, it's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 69 (IMDb 7.1).

Is Libel okay for kids?

NR

Yes: it's rated NR in the United States, and the viewing guide lists it for family nights.