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Petulia(1968)
Status: Released
Date: 1968-06-10
59%
46 Votes
Time: 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.
Languages: Spanish, English.
Countries:
United Kingdom,
United States of America
Revenue: $1,600,000.00
ProductionCompanies: 
Petersham Pictures
Movie: Petulia
Top 10 Billed 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
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Petulia (1968) 16mm short teaser trailer for TV ad.
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