Petulia
“People bugged by people will do extraordinary things.”
1968•R•1h 45m•6.0•Released
DramaRomance
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.
Director
Richard Lester
Writer
Lawrence B. Marcus
Revenue
$2M
Languages
Spanish, English
Studio
Warner Bros.-Seven Arts
Cast
Julie Christie
Petulia Danner
George C. Scott
Dr. Archie Bollen
Richard Chamberlain
Dave Danner
Arthur Hill
Barney
Shirley Knight
Polo
Pippa Scott
May
Kathleen Widdoes
Wilma
Richard Dysart
Motel Receptionist
Ruth Kobart
Nun
Roger Bowen
Warren
Joseph Cotten
Mr. Danner
Austin Pendleton
Intern (uncredited)
Ellen Geer
Nun
Howard Hesseman
Hippie (uncredited)
Janis Joplin
Herself (uncredited)
Production
Company
Warner Bros.-Seven Arts
Company
Petersham Pictures
Producer
Raymond Wagner
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