Change of Habit
“Could he change her life, could she forget her vows and follow her heart...”
Synopsis
Dr. John Carpenter takes the job of running a health center in a low-income district. He enlists three women to help out who — unbeknownst to him — are actually nuns in street clothes. The church wants to improve the neighborhood but fears that nuns in full habit would be poorly received. Unaware of her unavailability, John falls for Sister Michelle, serenading her with his guitar — which, luckily for him, effectively wears away at her religious resolve.
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Change of Habit (1969) ORIGINAL TRAILER [HD 1080p]
Type: Trailer • Published 2019-12-08
Top Cast
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Elvis Presley
Dr. John Carpenter
Mary Tyler Moore
Sister Michelle Gallagher
Barbara McNair
Sister Irene Hawkins
Jane Elliot
Sister Barbara Bennett
Leora Dana
Mother Joseph
Ed Asner
Lt. Moretti
Robert Emhardt
The Banker
Regis Toomey
Father Gibbons
Doro Merande
Rose
Ruth McDevitt
Lily
Richard Carlson
Bishop Finley
Nefti Millet
Julio Hernandez
Lorena Kirk
Amanda
Virginia Vincent
Miss Parker
David Renard
Colom
Ji-Tu Cumbuka
Hawk
William Elliott
Robbie
Rodolfo Hoyos Jr.
Mr. Hernandez
Release History & Theatrical Window
New York City, New York
Festival / Special Debut
November 19, 1969
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- William A. Graham
- Screenplay & Story
- James Lee, S.S. Schweitzer, Eric Bercovici
- Original Score
- Billy Goldenberg
- Original Title
- Change of Habit
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 33m
- Production Studios
- Universal Pictures, NBC
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
William A. Graham
James Lee, S.S. Schweitzer, Eric Bercovici, John Furia, Jr., Richard Morris
Billy Goldenberg
Russell Metty
Douglas Stewart
Joe Connelly
Department Leadership Roster
William A. Graham
Director
James Lee
Screenplay
S.S. Schweitzer
Screenplay
Eric Bercovici
Screenplay
Joe Connelly
Producer
Helen Colvig
Costume Design
Douglas Stewart
Editor
Russell Metty
Director of Photography
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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G: General Audiences — All ages admitted. Nothing offensive for children.
International Certification Matrix
Parental Guidance — Recommended for mature viewers.
Parental Guidance — Unlikely to upset children 8 and older.
General Audiences — All ages admitted. Nothing offensive for children.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Change of Habit
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What is Change of Habit about?
Dr. John Carpenter takes the job of running a health center in a low-income district. He enlists three women to help out who — unbeknownst to him — are actually nuns in street clothes. The church wants to improve the neighborhood but fears that nuns in full habit would be poorly received. Unaware of her unavailability, John falls for Sister Michelle, serenading her with his guitar — which, luckily for him, effectively wears away at her religious resolve.
Who directed Change of Habit?
Change of Habit was directed by William A. Graham.
Who stars in Change of Habit?
The principal cast of Change of Habit includes Elvis Presley, Mary Tyler Moore, Barbara McNair, Jane Elliot, Leora Dana.
When was Change of Habit released and how long is it?
Change of Habit was released in 1969 with a total runtime of 1h 33m.
Who composed the musical score for Change of Habit?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Change of Habit was composed by Billy Goldenberg.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Change of Habit?
Change of Habit holds official age classifications: AU: PG (Parental Guidance — Recommended for mature viewers.); GB: PG (Parental Guidance — Unlikely to upset children 8 and older.); US: G (General Audiences — All ages admitted. Nothing offensive for children.).