Desperate Living(1977)
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.
Movie: Desperate Living
Top 10 Billed Cast
Peggy Gravel
Mole McHenry
Muffy St. Jacques
Queen Carlotta
Princess Coo-Coo
Video Trailer Desperate Living
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