David and Lisa movie poster

David and Lisa

"An unusual love story!"

December 26, 1962 1h 35m 7.2/10 (59 votes)

Originally released in 1962. David and Lisa is a drama/romance film. directed by Frank Perry.

Starring Keir Dullea, Janet Margolin, and Howard Da Silva

Synopsis

Teenager David Clemens develops a hysterical fear that he will die if he comes into physical contact with another person. Perturbed, David's overbearing mother places him in a home for mentally disturbed young people, but David remains withdrawn from the other patients and his psychiatrist. Over time, however, David grows interested in 15-year-old Lisa, who suffers from multiple personalities – one who can only speak in rhyme, and the other, a mute.

Quick Facts

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Release Date December 26, 1962 63 years ago
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Runtime 1h 35m 95 minutes total
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User Rating 7.2/10 Great (59 votes)
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Budget $185K Production budget
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Language English Original language
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Country United States of America Production

Director

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
EN
Budget
$185,000

Production Companies

  • Vision Associates Productions
  • Lisa and David Company

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What is David and Lisa about?

Teenager David Clemens develops a hysterical fear that he will die if he comes into physical contact with another person. Perturbed, David's overbearing mother places him in a home for mentally dis...

Who directed David and Lisa?

David and Lisa was directed by Frank Perry.

How long is David and Lisa?

David and Lisa has a runtime of 1 hours and 35 minutes (95 minutes total).

When was David and Lisa released?

David and Lisa was released on December 26, 1962 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in David and Lisa?

The main cast of David and Lisa includes Keir Dullea, Janet Margolin, Howard Da Silva, Neva Patterson, Clifton James.