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Billy Liar

6.819631h 38mMovieComedyRomanceDrama

A young Englishman dreams of escaping from his working class family and dead-end job as an undertaker's assistant. A number of indiscretions cause him to lie in order to avoid the penalties. His life turns into a mess and he has an opportunity to run away and leave it all behind.

DirectorJohn Schlesinger
WritersKeith Waterhouse·Willis Hall
ProducerJoseph Janni

Where to watch

Not available in Philippines
Streaming in 12 other countries

Billy Liar isn't on any streaming service in Philippines right now, but it's available in Australia, Austria, Belgium, France and 8 more. Streaming rights are licensed per country.

Cast · Directed by John Schlesinger

TCTom Courtenay
Tom Courtenay
William Terrence 'Billy' Fisher
JCJulie Christie
Julie Christie
Liz
WPWilfred Pickles
Wilfred Pickles
Geoffrey Fisher
MWMona Washbourne
Mona Washbourne
Alice Fisher
EGEthel Griffies
Ethel Griffies
Grandma Florence
FCFinlay Currie
Finlay Currie
Duxbury
GW
Gwendolyn Watts
Rita
HFHelen Fraser
Helen Fraser
Barbara
LRLeonard Rossiter
Leonard Rossiter
Emanuel Shadrack
RBRodney Bewes
Rodney Bewes
Arthur Crabtree
GIGeorge Innes
George Innes
Stamp
LRLeslie Randall
Leslie Randall
Danny Boon

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Billy Liar — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Billy Liar?

Billy Liar isn't on any streaming service in Philippines yet, but it's available in Austria, Australia and Belgium and other countries. Streaming rights differ by country — switch your country in the header to see where.

Is Billy Liar on Netflix?

No, Billy Liar is not on Netflix in Philippines as of October 2026.

Is Billy Liar on Amazon Prime Video?

No, Billy Liar isn't on Amazon Prime Video in Philippines right now.

Where can I watch Billy Liar for free?

Billy Liar isn't streaming in Philippines yet, so there's no way to watch it free at the moment.