The Pumpkin Eater
"A Much Married Woman Who Drifts From Husband to Husband!"
Originally released in 1964. The Pumpkin Eater is a drama film. directed by Jack Clayton.
Starring Anne Bancroft, Peter Finch, and James Mason
Synopsis
Jo, the mother of seven children, divorces her second husband in order to marry Jake, a successful but promiscuous screenwriter. Though they are physically and emotionally compatible, they are slowly torn apart.
Quick Facts
Release Date
July 16, 1964
61 years ago
Runtime
1h 50m
110 minutes total
User Rating
6.6/10
Good (51 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United Kingdom
Production
Director
Top Cast
Anne Bancroft
as Jo Armitage
Peter Finch
as Jake Armitage
James Mason
as Bob Conway
Janine Gray
as Beth Conway
Cedric Hardwicke
as Mr. James - Jo's father
Rosalind Atkinson
as Mrs. James - Jo's mother
Alan Webb
as Mr. Armitage - Jake's father
Richard Johnson
as Giles
Maggie Smith
as Philpot
Anthony Nicholls
as Surgeon
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Romulus Films
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Pumpkin Eater about?
Jo, the mother of seven children, divorces her second husband in order to marry Jake, a successful but promiscuous screenwriter. Though they are physically and emotionally compatible, they are slow...
Who directed The Pumpkin Eater?
The Pumpkin Eater was directed by Jack Clayton.
How long is The Pumpkin Eater?
The Pumpkin Eater has a runtime of 1 hours and 50 minutes (110 minutes total).
When was The Pumpkin Eater released?
The Pumpkin Eater was released on July 16, 1964 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Pumpkin Eater?
The main cast of The Pumpkin Eater includes Anne Bancroft, Peter Finch, James Mason, Janine Gray, Cedric Hardwicke.