Movie
Petulia
Overview
Dr. Archie Bollen is having a midlife crisis. He's just divorced his wife and is establishing a new life for himself. One night, he catches the eye of Petulia Danner, a charming, free-spirited young woman. Petulia's vibrant personality hides her fear of her abusive husband, David, whose father is a powerful society figure. As Petulia and Archie's feelings for each other grow, they must decide what it is they truly want.
Details
- Release date
- 1968-06-10
- Runtime
- 105 min
- Genres
- Drama, Romance
- Status
- Released
- Production
- Warner Bros.-Seven Arts, Petersham Pictures
- Country
- United Kingdom, United States of America
- Original language
- EN
Cast
- Julie Christie as Petulia Danner
- George C. Scott as Dr. Archie Bollen
- Richard Chamberlain as Dave Danner
- Arthur Hill as Barney
- Shirley Knight as Polo
- Pippa Scott as May
- Kathleen Widdoes as Wilma
- Richard Dysart as Motel Receptionist
- Ruth Kobart as Nun
- Roger Bowen as Warren
- Joseph Cotten as Mr. Danner
- Austin Pendleton as Intern (uncredited)
Crew
- Richard Lester - Director
- Lawrence B. Marcus - Screenplay
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