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Desperate Living (1977)

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  • May 27, 1977
  • 1h 31m
  • NC-17

6.3/10

TMDB user score
126 votes on TMDB

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About This Movie

Desperate Living is a 1977 comedy and crime film directed by John Waters. Its leading cast includes Mink Stole, Susan Lowe and Edith Massey. It runs for 1 hour 31 minutes.

Synopsis

After killing her husband, Peggy Gravel and her murderous maid Grizelda wind up in the crazy town of Mortville, where Queen Carlotta presides over a sleazy collection of misfits.

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Before You Pick

Time needed
1 hour 31 minutes
Age rating (US)
NC-17
Language
English
Audience signal
6.3/10 from 126 TMDB votes

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Cast

  • Mink Stole Peggy Gravel
  • Susan Lowe Mole McHenry
  • Edith Massey Queen Carlotta
  • Mary Vivian Pearce Princess Coo-Coo
  • Jean Hill Grizelda Brown
  • Brook Yeaton Bosley Jr.
  • Karen Gerwig Beth
  • Jay Allan Kid
  • Al Strapelli Dr. Evans
  • George Stover Bosley Gravel
  • Turkey Joe Motorcycle Cop
  • Willie Brooks Pieman
  • James Yeaton Dead Bum
  • Ed Peranio Lieutenant Wilson
  • Steve Butow Lt. Grogan
  • Channing Wilroy Lieutenant Wilson
  • Steve Parker Goon
  • Pete Denzer Goon

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