Petulia

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.

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Director

Richard Lester

Director

Cast

Julie Christie

Petulia Danner

George C. Scott

Dr. Archie Bollen

Richard Chamberlain

Dave Danner

Arthur Hill

Barney

Shirley Knight

Polo

Pippa Scott

May

Kathleen Widdoes

Wilma

Richard Dysart

Motel Receptionist

Ruth Kobart

Nun

Roger Bowen

Warren

Joseph Cotten

Mr. Danner

Austin Pendleton

Intern (uncredited)

Ellen Geer

Nun

Howard Hesseman

Hippie (uncredited)

Janis Joplin

Herself (uncredited)

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