Petulia
“People bugged by people will do extraordinary things.”
Synopsis
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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Petulia - TrailerOfficial
Type: Trailer • Published 2013-10-25
Top Cast
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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)
René Auberjonois
Fred Six (uncredited)
Peter Bonerz
Self (uncredited)
Barbara Bosson
Self (uncredited)
Release History & Theatrical Window
June 10, 1968
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Financials & Box Office Performance
Production Budget
Undisclosed
Filming & production cost
Worldwide Gross
$1.6M
Total global ticket sales
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Richard Lester
- Screenplay & Story
- Lawrence B. Marcus
- Original Score
- John Barry
- Original Title
- Petulia
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom, United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- Spanish, English
- Runtime
- 1h 45m
- Worldwide Gross
- $1.6M
- Production Studios
- Warner Bros.-Seven Arts, Petersham Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Richard Lester
Lawrence B. Marcus, Barbara Turner, John Haase
John Barry
Nicolas Roeg
Antony Gibbs
Raymond Wagner, Don Devlin
Department Leadership Roster
Richard Lester
Director
Lawrence B. Marcus
Screenplay
Nicolas Roeg
Director of Photography
John Barry
Original Music Composer
Raymond Wagner
Producer
Antony Gibbs
Editor
Tony Walton
Costume Design
Tony Walton
Production Design
Arlette Nastat
Costume Design
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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R: Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
International Certification Matrix
FSK 18 — Restricted to adults 18 and older.
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 Petulia
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What is Petulia about?
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.
Who directed Petulia?
Petulia was directed by Richard Lester.
Who stars in Petulia?
The principal cast of Petulia includes Julie Christie, George C. Scott, Richard Chamberlain, Arthur Hill, Shirley Knight.
When was Petulia released and how long is it?
Petulia was released in 1968 with a total runtime of 1h 45m.
How much did Petulia make at the box office?
Petulia grossed $1.6M in worldwide ticket sales.
Who composed the musical score for Petulia?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Petulia was composed by John Barry.
Is Petulia based on a book or true story?
Petulia is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "John Haase".
What is the age rating and content advisory for Petulia?
Petulia holds official age classifications: DE: 18 (FSK 18 — Restricted to adults 18 and older.); GB: 18 (Suitable only for adults 18 years and over.); US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).