Desperate Living

Desperate Living

The world may never be the same again!

6.4 /10 114 votes
May 27, 1977 1h 31m Released

Storyline

After killing her husband, Peggy Gravel and her murderous maid Grizelda wind up in the crazy town of Mortville, where Queen Carlotta presides over a sleazy collection of misfits.

Key Information

Director John Waters
Writers John Waters
Studio Charm City Productions
Rating 6.4/10
Language EN
Budget $65,000

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Cast & Crew

Mink Stole

Mink Stole

Peggy Gravel

Jean Hill

Grizelda Brown

Susan Lowe

Susan Lowe

Mole McHenry

Liz Renay

Liz Renay

Muffy St. Jacques

Edith Massey

Edith Massey

Queen Carlotta

Mary Vivian Pearce

Mary Vivian Pearce

Princess Coo-Coo

Brook Yeaton

Bosley Jr. (as Brook Blake)

Karen Gerwig

Beth

Jay Allan

Kid

Al Strapelli

Dr. Evans

George Stover

George Stover

Bosley Gravel

Turkey Joe

Motorcycle Cop

Frequently Asked Questions

Desperate Living was released on May 27, 1977.

The runtime of Desperate Living is 1h 31m.

Desperate Living is a Comedy, Crime movie.

Desperate Living has a rating of 6.4 out of 10 on TMDB.

Desperate Living is available to watch. Check streaming platforms and theaters near you.

Desperate Living was directed by John Waters.

The main cast of Desperate Living includes Mink Stole, Jean Hill, Susan Lowe.

Desperate Living is originally in English.