The Neon Ceiling (1971): cast, story & where to watch
1971 · Film · ★ 8.5
Released in 1971, The Neon Ceiling is a drama and tv movie film directed by Frank Pierson, running about 100 minutes.
What it’s about. A housewife and her teenage daughter, fleeing their boring lives, stop in a diner in the California desert. She runs up against the diner's owner, a gruff, beer-drinking artist whose life's work is the neon sculptures he creates and attaches to the ceiling.
Who’s in it. The Neon Ceiling stars Gig Young as Jones, Lee Grant as Carrie Miller, Denise Nickerson as Paula Miller and Herb Edelman as Harry, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 8.5/10, The Neon Ceiling sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Neon Ceiling page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Neon Ceiling tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Neon Ceiling (1971)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Neon Ceiling change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Neon Ceiling worth watching?
- The Neon Ceiling holds an audience score of 8.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and tv movie. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Neon Ceiling?
- The Neon Ceiling stars Gig Young, Lee Grant, Denise Nickerson, Herb Edelman and William Smithers.
- When was The Neon Ceiling released?
- The Neon Ceiling was released in 1971, with a runtime of about 100 minutes.