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Desperate Living

Desperate Living

The world may never be the same again!

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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Movie Details

  • Original Title: Desperate Living
  • Genres: Comedy, Crime
  • Release Date: 1977-05-27
  • Runtime: 91 minutes
  • Rating: 6.5/10 (110 votes)
  • Budget: $65,000
  • Revenue: $0
  • Production Companies: Charm City Productions, Dreamland
  • Status: Released
  • Popularity: 3.6012
  • Languages: English

Cast & Crew

Mink Stole

Mink Stole

as Peggy Gravel

Jean Hill

Jean Hill

as Grizelda Brown

Susan Lowe

Susan Lowe

as Mole McHenry

Liz Renay

Liz Renay

as Muffy St. Jacques

Edith Massey

Edith Massey

as Queen Carlotta

Mary Vivian Pearce

Mary Vivian Pearce

as Princess Coo-Coo

Brook Yeaton

Brook Yeaton

as Bosley Jr. (as Brook Blake)

Karen Gerwig

Karen Gerwig

as Beth

Jay Allan

Jay Allan

as Kid

Al Strapelli

Al Strapelli

as Dr. Evans

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Keywords

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Desperate Living?

Desperate Living is a Comedy, Crime movie directed by . It was released on 1977-05-27.

Who are the main actors in Desperate Living?

The main cast includes Mink Stole, Jean Hill, Susan Lowe, Liz Renay, Edith Massey, .

Where can I watch Desperate Living online?

You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if Desperate Living is available.

Is Desperate Living based on a true story?

The world may never be the same again!

What is the IMDb rating of Desperate Living?

Desperate Living has an IMDb rating of 6.5/10 based on 110 votes.

What is the budget and revenue of Desperate Living?

The movie had a production budget of $65,000 and earned $0 at the box office.

Who composed the soundtrack for Desperate Living?

The soundtrack was composed by Charm City Productions, Dreamland. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.

Where was Desperate Living filmed?

Desperate Living was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.

How long is Desperate Living?

The total runtime of Desperate Living is 91 minutes.

Is Desperate Living suitable for kids?

The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.

Will there be a sequel to Desperate Living?

There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to Desperate Living.

Does Desperate Living have a post-credit scene?

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