Thank God He Met Lizzie (1997): Cast, Plot & Where to Watch
Thank God He Met Lizzie is a 1997 romantic comedy directed by Cherie Nowlan, starring Cate Blanchett as Lizzie, Frances O'Connor and Richard Roxburgh. It runs 1 hour 31 minutes. Stream it on Plex.
- Released
- Runtime
- 1h 31m (91 min)
- Director
- Cherie Nowlan
- Original language
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English - Studio
- Stamen Films Pty. Ltd.
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is Thank God He Met Lizzie About?
The premise of Thank God He Met Lizzie without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.
The romantic myth is exposed for Guy when he is plagued by memories of an old girlfriend on his wedding day.
Thank God He Met Lizzie Themes & Keywords
· 11 tags- female rear nudity
- male rear nudity
- wedding
- old girlfriend
- f rated
- directorial debut
- title directed by female
- australia
- low budget film
- independent film
- character name in title
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Thank God He Met Lizzie Cast & Characters
Cate Blanchett leads the cast as Lizzie, with Frances O'Connor as Jenny and Richard Roxburgh as Guy Jamieson. Directed by Cherie Nowlan; 55 actors are credited in all.
- Director Cherie Nowlan
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Cate Blanchett as Lizzie - Frances O'Connor as Jenny
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Richard Roxburgh as Guy Jamieson -
Jacek Koman as Raoul
Also Starring in Thank God He Met Lizzie
· 51 more- Heather Mitchell Melanie
- Roy Billing Ron
- Felix Williamson Wozzle
- Deborah Kennedy June
- Arthur Angel George
- Jeanette Cronin Yvette
- Peter Duncan Wedding Guest (uncredited)
- David Anthony Wedding Guest (uncredited)
- Justin Martin Young Guy
- Helen Thomson Emma
- Mark O'Connor Wedding Band
- Jane Turner Anne
- Lucy Bell Andi
- Jonathan Biggins Darren
- Les Hill Scott
- Genevieve Mooy Mrs. Jamieson
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- David Jobling Wedding Videographer (uncredited)
- Celia Ireland Cheryl
- Linden Wilkinson Poppy
- John Gaden Dr. O'Hara
- Daniel Rigney Bradley
- Srisacd Sacdpraseuth Quentin
- Phillip Lowe Polite Young Man
- Toni Moran Clare
- Simon Cutter Rupert
- Mary Acres Auntie Dulcie
- Mark Owen-Taylor Neil
- Dominic Condon Photographer
- Suzanne Roylance Delia
- Michael K. Ross Mr. Jamieson
- Adam Hedditch Male Nurse
- Adrian M. Barnes Father Montgomery
- Celia Dickinson Bridesmaid #2
- Edward Boyd Guy and Lizzie's Children
- Melissa Ippolito Catriona Younger
- Craig Rasmus Dominic
- Elena Pavli Catriona Older
- Rhett Walton Tony
- Wadih Dona Angelo
- Melissa Thomas Bridesmaid #1
- Jenny Hope Woman at Bar
- Andrew Everingham Bill
- Cranston Brecht Drunken Male #1
- Elizabeth Maywald Michelle
- Ian McGuinness Drunken Male #2
- Myfanwy Morgan Woman at Clothes Line
- Gabriella Boyd Guy and Lizzie's Children
- Jodie Young Wedding Band
- Amanda Ronald Wedding Band
- John Whetham Wedding Band
- Barry Lee-Pearce Passing Guest (uncredited)
Thank God He Met Lizzie Plot Summary
What happens in Thank God He Met Lizzie from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 14 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 3-minute read.
Spoilers ahead
The film threads two stories into a single, overlapping narrative. On one hand, the wedding between Lizzie and Guy is about to unfold, set against bustling preparations and the expectations of an affluent circle. On the other hand, a series of flashbacks trace Jenny’s relationship with [Guy], revealing a past that looms over the present.
Full summary
The whole story of Thank God He Met Lizzie, scene by scene
How Well Do You Know Thank God He Met Lizzie?
10 questions about the story, each with a hint if you get stuck. Pick an answer to see whether you were right.
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What is the name of the character who is marrying Lizzie?
Thank God He Met Lizzie Also Known As
4 alternative titles, including “The Wedding Party” and “Heiraten ist Glückssache”.
- Also known as
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- The Wedding Party
- Heiraten ist Glückssache
- La chica de mis sueños
- La noia dels meus somnis
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Thank God He Met Lizzie FAQ: Where to Watch, Cast & Runtime
Runtime, release date, director, cast, where to watch and post-credit scenes of Thank God He Met Lizzie, each answered in a sentence.
How long is Thank God He Met Lizzie?
Thank God He Met Lizzie runs 1 hour 31 minutes (91 minutes).
When was Thank God He Met Lizzie released?
Thank God He Met Lizzie was released on November 20, 1997.
Who directed Thank God He Met Lizzie?
Thank God He Met Lizzie was directed by Cherie Nowlan.
More films by Cherie Nowlan Who is in the cast of Thank God He Met Lizzie?
Thank God He Met Lizzie stars Cate Blanchett as Lizzie, Frances O'Connor as Jenny and Richard Roxburgh as Guy Jamieson, among 55 credited actors.
Where can I watch Thank God He Met Lizzie?
In the US, Thank God He Met Lizzie is streaming on Plex (availability from JustWatch).
Does Thank God He Met Lizzie have a post-credit scene?
No. Thank God He Met Lizzie has no extra scene during or after the credits.
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