Harper Valley P.T.A.
“The song was scandalous. The movie is hilarious!”
Synopsis
Stella Johnson is a single mother living in the town of Harper Valley. Most of the townsfolk, particularly those on the school PTA, think she is a little too liberal so they're making things tough for her and her daughter. So she runs for the position of PTA President, which infuriates them. Stella decides to get revenge with the help of her friends.
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Barbara Eden
Stella Johnson
Ronny Cox
Willis Newton
Nanette Fabray
Alice Finely
Audrey Christie
Flora Simpson Reilly
Ron Masak
Herbie Maddox
John Fiedler
Bobby Taylor
Bob Hastings
Skeeter
Susan Swift
Dee Johnson
Pat Paulsen
Mr. Harper
Woody Harrelson
Extra (uncredited)
Louis Nye
Kirby Baker
Fay DeWitt
Willa Mae Jones
J.J. Barry
Tex
Royce D. Applegate
Dutch
Irene Yah-Ling Sun
Myrna Wong
Louise Foley
Mavis
Amzie Strickland
Shirley Thompson
Molly Dodd
Olive Glover
Release History & Theatrical Window
August 2, 1978
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Richard C. Bennett
- Screenplay & Story
- George Edwards, Barry Schneider
- Original Score
- Nelson Riddle
- Original Title
- Harper Valley P.T.A.
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 42m
- Production Studios
- April Fools Productions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Richard C. Bennett
George Edwards, Barry Schneider
Nelson Riddle
Willy Kurant
Michael Economou
George Edwards, Phil Borack
Department Leadership Roster
George Edwards
Screenplay
Richard C. Bennett
Director
Michael Economou
Editor
George Edwards
Producer
Barry Schneider
Screenplay
Tom Rasmussen
Costume Design
Willy Kurant
Director of Photography
Richard Karie
Stunt Coordinator
Whitey Hughes
Stunt Coordinator
Nelson Riddle
Original Music Composer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
PG: Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.
International Certification Matrix
Suitable only for 15 years and over.
Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Harper Valley P.T.A.
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What is Harper Valley P.T.A. about?
Stella Johnson is a single mother living in the town of Harper Valley. Most of the townsfolk, particularly those on the school PTA, think she is a little too liberal so they're making things tough for her and her daughter. So she runs for the position of PTA President, which infuriates them. Stella decides to get revenge with the help of her friends.
Who directed Harper Valley P.T.A.?
Harper Valley P.T.A. was directed by Richard C. Bennett.
Who stars in Harper Valley P.T.A.?
The principal cast of Harper Valley P.T.A. includes Barbara Eden, Ronny Cox, Nanette Fabray, Audrey Christie, Ron Masak.
When was Harper Valley P.T.A. released and how long is it?
Harper Valley P.T.A. was released in 1978 with a total runtime of 1h 42m.
Who composed the musical score for Harper Valley P.T.A.?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Harper Valley P.T.A. was composed by Nelson Riddle.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Harper Valley P.T.A.?
Harper Valley P.T.A. holds official age classifications: GB: 15 (Suitable only for 15 years and over.); US: PG (Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.).