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Petulia

Dr. Archie Bollen is navigating a midlife crisis, newly divorced and rebuilding his life. One night, he catches the eye of Petulia Danner, a charming, free-spirited young woman. Petulia's vibrant personality masks her fear of her abusive husband, David, whose father is a powerful figure in high society. As Petulia and Archie's feelings for each other grow, they must decide what it is they truly want.

Director(s)

Peter Bonerz

Richard Lester

John D. Bloss

Michael J. Dmytryk

Cast & Crew

Ellen Geer

Ellen Geer

Nun

Peter Bonerz

Peter Bonerz

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Joseph Cotten

Joseph Cotten

Mr. Danner

Richard Lester

Richard Lester

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Richard Stahl

Richard Stahl

Greenhouse fitter (uncredited)

Julie Christie

Julie Christie

Petulia Danner

Ruth Kobart

Ruth Kobart

Nun

Richard Dysart

Richard Dysart

Motel Receptionist

Richard Chamberlain

Richard Chamberlain

Dave Danner

Austin Pendleton

Austin Pendleton

Intern (uncredited)

Janis Joplin

Janis Joplin

Herself (uncredited)

Mel Stewart

Mel Stewart

Supermarket Clerk (uncredited)

George C. Scott

George C. Scott

Dr. Archie Bollen

Pippa Scott

Pippa Scott

May

Arthur Hill

Arthur Hill

Barney

Roger Bowen

Roger Bowen

Warren

René Auberjonois

René Auberjonois

Fred Six (uncredited)

Howard Hesseman

Howard Hesseman

Hippie (uncredited)

Shirley Knight

Shirley Knight

Polo

Barbara Bosson

Barbara Bosson

Self (uncredited)

John D. Bloss

John D. Bloss

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Michael J. Dmytryk

Michael J. Dmytryk

-

Kathleen Widdoes

Kathleen Widdoes

Wilma

Kathryn Ish

Kathryn Ish

Self (uncredited)

Josephine Nichols

Josephine Nichols

Neighbor (uncredited)

Details

GenresDrama, Romance
Runtime1h 45 mins
Released on10 Jun 1968
Languageen
Produced InUnited Kingdom
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Petulia (1968) 16mm short teaser trailer for TV ad.
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