Good Luck, Miss Wyckoff
“The emotional explosion is hers. The emotional experience is yours.”
Synopsis
An abusive sexual relationship between a white spinster schoolteacher and a young black janitor in 1956 Kansas complicates her struggle to come to grips with her sexuality and emotions.
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Good Luck Ms. Wyckoff: 1978 Theatrical Trailer (Vinegar Syndrome)Official
Type: Trailer • Published 2018-05-15
Top Cast
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Anne Heywood
Evelyn Wyckoff
Donald Pleasence
Dr. Steiner
Robert Vaughn
Dr. Neal
Earl Holliman
Ed Eckles
Carolyn Jones
Beth
Ronee Blakley
Betsy
Dorothy Malone
Mildred
Doris Roberts
Marie
John Lafayette
Rafe Collins
Jocelyn Brando
Mrs. Hemmings
R.G. Armstrong
Mr. Hemmings
Dana Elcar
Havermeyer
J. Patrick McNamara
Chest Rollins
Gary Prendergast
Marlon
Rip Clark
Henry
Tony O'Dell
Student
Release History & Theatrical Window
April 13, 1979
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Marvin J. Chomsky
- Screenplay & Story
- Polly Platt
- Original Score
- Ernest Gold
- Original Title
- Good Luck, Miss Wyckoff
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 46m
- Production Studios
- Bel Air/Gradison Productions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Marvin J. Chomsky
Polly Platt, William Inge
Ernest Gold
Álex Phillips Jr.
Rita Roland
Michael Lee Gradison, Raymond Stross, Herbert Simon, Victor G. Lands
Department Leadership Roster
Marvin J. Chomsky
Director
Polly Platt
Screenplay
Álex Phillips Jr.
Director of Photography
Rita Roland
Editor
Raymond Stross
Producer
Ernest Gold
Original Music Composer
Tom Rasmussen
Costume Design
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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R: Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
International Certification Matrix
Suitable only for adults 18 years and over.
Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Good Luck, Miss Wyckoff
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What is Good Luck, Miss Wyckoff about?
An abusive sexual relationship between a white spinster schoolteacher and a young black janitor in 1956 Kansas complicates her struggle to come to grips with her sexuality and emotions.
Who directed Good Luck, Miss Wyckoff?
Good Luck, Miss Wyckoff was directed by Marvin J. Chomsky.
Who stars in Good Luck, Miss Wyckoff?
The principal cast of Good Luck, Miss Wyckoff includes Anne Heywood, Donald Pleasence, Robert Vaughn, Earl Holliman, Carolyn Jones.
When was Good Luck, Miss Wyckoff released and how long is it?
Good Luck, Miss Wyckoff was released in 1979 with a total runtime of 1h 46m.
Who composed the musical score for Good Luck, Miss Wyckoff?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Good Luck, Miss Wyckoff was composed by Ernest Gold.
Is Good Luck, Miss Wyckoff based on a book or true story?
Good Luck, Miss Wyckoff is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "William Inge".
What is the age rating and content advisory for Good Luck, Miss Wyckoff?
Good Luck, Miss Wyckoff holds official age classifications: GB: 18 (Suitable only for adults 18 years and over.); US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).