Petulia

Jun 10, 1968

1h 45m

★ 5.9

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.

Genres

Drama

Romance

Production Companies

Warner Bros.-Seven Arts

Petersham Pictures

Petulia Trailers

Cast

Petulia Danner

Julie Christie

Dr. Archie Bollen

George C. Scott

Dave Danner

Richard Chamberlain

Barney

Arthur Hill

Polo

Shirley Knight

May

Pippa Scott

Wilma

Kathleen Widdoes

Motel Receptionist

Richard Dysart

Nun

Ruth Kobart

Warren

Roger Bowen

Mr. Danner

Joseph Cotten

Intern (uncredited)

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