Lust for Life (1956)
Kernel Score: 79% · 203 ratings · Rated NR
Genres: Drama, History
Released: 1956-09-15
Runtime: 122 minutes
Where to watch Lust for Life
- Stream: TCM
- Rent: Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube
- Buy: Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube
US availability, updated 2026-10-23.
Overview
An intense and imaginative artist, revered Dutch painter Vincent van Gogh possesses undeniable talent, but he is plagued by mental problems and frustrations with failure. Supported by his brother, Theo, the tormented Van Gogh eventually leaves Holland for France, where he meets volatile fellow painter Paul Gauguin and struggles to find greater inspiration.
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Director
Cast
- Kirk Douglas as Vincent van Gogh
- Anthony Quinn as Paul Gauguin
- James Donald as Theo van Gogh
- Pamela Brown as Christine
- Everett Sloane as Dr. Gachet
- Niall MacGinnis as Roulin
- Noel Purcell as Anton Mauve
- Henry Daniell as Theodorus van Gogh
- Madge Kennedy as Anna Cornelia van Gogh
- Jill Bennett as Willemien
Lust for Life FAQ
Is Lust for Life good?
Lust for Life has a 79% Kernel Score on Fresh Kernels from 203 audience ratings.
Where can I watch Lust for Life?
In the US you can stream Lust for Life on TCM and rent it from Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play and YouTube.
What is Lust for Life rated?
Lust for Life is rated NR.
What movies are like Lust for Life?
If you liked Lust for Life, try The Tenant, Requiem for a Dream, Hamnet and The Deer Hunter.