Desperate Living
"The world may never be the same again!"
Originally released in 1977. Desperate Living is a comedy/crime film. directed by John Waters.
Starring Mink Stole, Jean Hill, and Susan Lowe
Synopsis
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.
Quick Facts
Release Date
May 27, 1977
48 years ago
Runtime
1h 31m
91 minutes total
User Rating
6.4/10
Good (114 votes)
Budget
$65K
Production budget
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
- Budget
- $65,000
Production Companies
- Charm City Productions
- Dreamland
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Desperate Living about?
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.
Who directed Desperate Living?
Desperate Living was directed by John Waters.
How long is Desperate Living?
Desperate Living has a runtime of 1 hours and 31 minutes (91 minutes total).
When was Desperate Living released?
Desperate Living was released on May 27, 1977 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Desperate Living?
The main cast of Desperate Living includes Mink Stole, Jean Hill, Susan Lowe, Liz Renay, Edith Massey.
Is Desperate Living worth watching?
Desperate Living has a user rating of 6.4/10 based on 114 reviews, indicating good reception from audiences.