The Sterile Cuckoo
“First love... if it happens to you once, you're lucky”
Synopsis
Uptight college freshman Jerry Payne finds a carefree friend in zany Pookie. After an awkward meeting on the bus, Pookie quickly works her way into Jerry's life. She makes an unannounced visit to Jerry's campus, and before long annoyance turns to affection, and friendship turns to romance. But with Pookie's increasingly neurotic behavior, how long can this love affair last?
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The Sterile Cuckoo (1969) Theatrical Trailer [4K] [FTD-0885]
Type: Trailer • Published 2022-09-02
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Liza Minnelli
Pookie Adams
Wendell Burton
Jerry Payne
Tim McIntire
Charlie Schumacher
Anita Alberts
(uncredited)
Eric Best
(uncredited)
Chris Bugbee
Eddie Roe (uncredited)
Becki Davis
(uncredited)
Philip S. Derfler
(uncredited)
Sandy Faison
Nancy Putnam (uncredited)
Mark P. Fish
(uncredited)
A. Frederick Gooseen
(uncredited)
Elizabeth Harrower
Landlady (uncredited)
Cynthia Hull
(uncredited)
John Hussey
(uncredited)
Tim Laurie
(uncredited)
Margaret Markov
(uncredited)
Paul McConnell
(uncredited)
Jawn McKinley
Helen Upshaw (uncredited)
Release History & Theatrical Window
New York, New York
Festival / Special Debut
Financials & Box Office Performance
Production Budget
Undisclosed
Filming & production cost
Worldwide Gross
$14M
Total global ticket sales
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Alan J. Pakula
- Screenplay & Story
- Alvin Sargent
- Original Score
- Fred Karlin
- Original Title
- The Sterile Cuckoo
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 47m
- Worldwide Gross
- $14M
- Production Studios
- Paramount Pictures, Boardwalk Productions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Alan J. Pakula
Alvin Sargent, John Nichols
Fred Karlin
Milton Krasner
Sam O'Steen, John W. Wheeler
Alan J. Pakula, David Lange
Department Leadership Roster
Alan J. Pakula
Director
Alvin Sargent
Screenplay
Alan J. Pakula
Producer
Milton Krasner
Director of Photography
Sam O'Steen
Editor
John W. Wheeler
Editor
Fred Karlin
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
FSK 16 — Restricted to viewers aged 16 and older.
Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Sterile Cuckoo
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What is The Sterile Cuckoo about?
Uptight college freshman Jerry Payne finds a carefree friend in zany Pookie. After an awkward meeting on the bus, Pookie quickly works her way into Jerry's life. She makes an unannounced visit to Jerry's campus, and before long annoyance turns to affection, and friendship turns to romance. But with Pookie's increasingly neurotic behavior, how long can this love affair last?
Who directed The Sterile Cuckoo?
The Sterile Cuckoo was directed by Alan J. Pakula.
Who stars in The Sterile Cuckoo?
The principal cast of The Sterile Cuckoo includes Liza Minnelli, Wendell Burton, Tim McIntire, Anita Alberts, Eric Best.
When was The Sterile Cuckoo released and how long is it?
The Sterile Cuckoo was released in 1969 with a total runtime of 1h 47m.
How much did The Sterile Cuckoo make at the box office?
The Sterile Cuckoo grossed $14M in worldwide ticket sales.
Who composed the musical score for The Sterile Cuckoo?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Sterile Cuckoo was composed by Fred Karlin.
Is The Sterile Cuckoo based on a book or true story?
The Sterile Cuckoo is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "John Nichols".
What is the age rating and content advisory for The Sterile Cuckoo?
The Sterile Cuckoo holds official age classifications: DE: 16 (FSK 16 — Restricted to viewers aged 16 and older.); US: PG (Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.).