Mommie Dearest
"Faye Dunaway is Joan Crawford. A star...a legend...and a mother...the illusion of perfection."
Originally released in 1981. Mommie Dearest is a drama film. directed by Frank Perry. With a runtime of 2h 8m, it's an epic theatrical experience.
Starring Faye Dunaway, Diana Scarwid, and Steve Forrest
Synopsis
Renowned film star Joan Crawford's abuse towards Christina, her adopted daughter, intensifies as her professional and romantic relationships turn sour.
Quick Facts
Release Date
September 16, 1981
44 years ago
Runtime
2h 8m
128 minutes total
User Rating
6.3/10
Good (228 votes)
Budget
$5M
Production budget
Box Office
$19M
3.8x return
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top Cast
Faye Dunaway
as Joan Crawford
Diana Scarwid
as Christina Crawford
Steve Forrest
as Greg Savitt
Howard Da Silva
as L.B. Mayer
Mara Hobel
as Christina Crawford as a Child
Rutanya Alda
as Carol Ann
Harry Goz
as Al Steele
Michael Edwards
as Ted Gelber
Jocelyn Brando
as Barbara Bennett
Priscilla Pointer
as Mrs. Chadwick
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
- Budget
- $5,000,000
- Revenue
- $19,032,261
Production Companies
- Paramount Pictures
- The Irwin Yablans Company
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mommie Dearest about?
Renowned film star Joan Crawford's abuse towards Christina, her adopted daughter, intensifies as her professional and romantic relationships turn sour.
Who directed Mommie Dearest?
Mommie Dearest was directed by Frank Perry.
How long is Mommie Dearest?
Mommie Dearest has a runtime of 2 hours and 8 minutes (128 minutes total).
When was Mommie Dearest released?
Mommie Dearest was released on September 16, 1981 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Mommie Dearest?
The main cast of Mommie Dearest includes Faye Dunaway, Diana Scarwid, Steve Forrest, Howard Da Silva, Mara Hobel.
Is Mommie Dearest worth watching?
Mommie Dearest has a user rating of 6.3/10 based on 228 reviews, indicating good reception from audiences.