Petulia (1968)

  • R
  • 06/10/1968 (US)
  • Drama, Romance
  • 1h 45m

People bugged by people will do extraordinary things.

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.

Richard Lester

Director

John Haase

Novel

Lawrence B. Marcus

Screenplay

Cast

Julie Christie's headshot

Julie Christie

Petulia Danner
George C. Scott's headshot

George C. Scott

Dr. Archie Bollen
Richard Chamberlain's headshot

Richard Chamberlain

Dave Danner
Arthur Hill's headshot

Arthur Hill

Barney
Shirley Knight's headshot

Shirley Knight

Polo
Pippa Scott's headshot

Pippa Scott

May
Kathleen Widdoes's headshot

Kathleen Widdoes

Wilma
Richard Dysart's headshot

Richard Dysart

Motel Receptionist

Recommendations