---
title: "Ladies in Black"
year: 2018
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/ladies-in-black-2018"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 483411
imdb_id: "tt6684884"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 109
community_rating: 6.7
vote_count: 206
content_rating: "Unrated"
---

# Ladies in Black (2018) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/ladies-in-black-2018

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Ladies in Black is a 2018 Australian comedy-drama film directed by Bruce Beresford and adapted from the bestselling novel by Madeleine St John. The film explores the lives of a group of department store employees in 1959 Sydney.

The film stars Angourie Rice, Rachael Taylor, Julia Ormond, Ryan Corr, and Shane Jacobson. It carries an alluring and tender-hearted tone across its 1 hour and 49 minute runtime, capturing a specific period setting.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "Discover the alluring lives of department store employees in 1959 Sydney."

### Why Watch
- Adapted from the bestselling novel by Madeleine St John.
- Directed by Bruce Beresford.
- Features a cast starring Angourie Rice, Rachael Taylor, Julia Ormond, Ryan Corr, and Shane Jacobson.

### Caveats & Content Note
- Viewers seeking fast-paced action may find the gentle comedy drama pace unsuited to their tastes.
- Tone & Suitability: Ladies in Black is an alluring and tender-hearted comedy drama with a runtime of 1 hour and 49 minutes.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: #1959-sydney, #department-store, #comedy-drama, #bestselling-adaptation, #tender-hearted

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | Howdy Amazon Channel | Kanopy | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies |
| **United Kingdom (GB)** | Netflix, Netflix Standard with Ads | None | Apple TV Store, Rakuten TV, Amazon Video |
| **Canada (CA)** | Netflix, Netflix Standard with Ads | None | Apple TV Store, CosmoGo, YouTube |
| **Australia (AU)** | Netflix, Netflix Standard with Ads | None | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, YouTube |

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Bruce Beresford
- **Networks / Studios**: Screen Australia, Stage 6 Films

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Rachael Taylor** as *Fay*
- **Julia Ormond** as *Magda*
- **Angourie Rice** as *Lisa*
- **Ryan Corr** as *Rudi*
- **Nicholas Hammond** as *Mr. Ryder*
- **Vincent Perez** as *Stefan*
- **Shane Jacobson** as *Mr. Miles*
- **Susie Porter** as *Mrs. Miles*
- **Noni Hazlehurst** as *Miss Cartwright*
- **Luke Pegler** as *Frank*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: Where can I stream Ladies in Black?
Streaming availability can be checked via platforms like The Movie Database or Plex, though specific regional streaming links are subject to change.

### Q: Is Ladies in Black worth watching?
Yes, it is an alluring and tender-hearted comedy drama adapted from Madeleine St John's bestselling novel and directed by Bruce Beresford.

### Q: What is the runtime of Ladies in Black?
The film has a runtime of 1 hour and 49 minutes.

### Q: Who directs Ladies in Black?
The film is directed by Bruce Beresford.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [Ladies in Black — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/483411)
- [Ladies in Black (film) - Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ladies_in_Black_(film))
- [Ladies in Black (2018) - Full cast & crew - IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/title/tt6684884/fullcredits/)
- [Ladies in Black (2018) - Cast & Crew - The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/483411-ladies-in-black/cast)
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