Mildred Pierce
“Having it all would cost her everything.”
Series Overview
Mildred Pierce depicts an overprotective, self-sacrificing mother during the Great Depression who finds herself separated from her husband, opening a restaurant of her own and falling in love with a man, all the while trying to earn her spoiled, narcissistic daughter's love and respect.
Broadcast Schedule & Network Information
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1 Season • 5 Episodes
2011 – 2011
Premiered: Sun, Mar 27, 2011
Creative Production Team
Latest Aired Episode
Season 1, Episode 5: “Part 5”
Mildred is quite proud of Veda's accomplishments as a singer but finds that her daughter refuses to take her phone calls or respond to any of her letters. She and Monty Beragon spend some time together and she decides to buy his old family mansion. They also decide to marry and is thrilled when Monty arranges for Veda to come to the reception and sing for them. Success has only inflated Veda's ego however. She has many offers whether it be to endorse products or sing in New York City. Mildred however suffers a serious business setback when the restaurant in Laguna Beach starts to lose money. She's also had to increase her personal expenses to cover her expenses. She learns that Wally Burgan and Ida are quite prepared to push her aside. Mildred has been spending her money on Veda and her ex-husband Bert suggests that Veda will just have to contribute more. Her world comes crashing down when she returns home unexpectedly.
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Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
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Mildred Pierce: Trailer #2 (HBO)Official
Type: Trailer • Published 2011-02-28
Cast & Creators
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Creative Leadership & Key Crew
James M. Cain
Carter Burwell
Edward Lachman
Affonso Gonçalves, Camilla Toniolo
Pamela Koffler, John Wells, Todd Haynes, Christine Vachon
Department Leadership Roster
Mark Friedberg
Production Design
Edward Lachman
Director of Photography
Ann Roth
Costume Design
Carter Burwell
Original Music Composer
Affonso Gonçalves
Editor
Camilla Toniolo
Editor
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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TV-MA: Mature Audience Only — Specifically designed to be viewed by adults and unsuitable for children under 17.
International Certification Matrix
Mature Audience Only — Specifically designed to be viewed by adults and unsuitable for children under 17.
14+ Parents Strongly Cautioned.
General — Suitable for all ages.
Interdit aux moins de 18 ans — 18+ only.
FSK 18 — Restricted to adults 18 and older.
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What is Mildred Pierce about?
Mildred Pierce depicts an overprotective, self-sacrificing mother during the Great Depression who finds herself separated from her husband, opening a restaurant of her own and falling in love with a man, all the while trying to earn her spoiled, narcissistic daughter's love and respect.
How many seasons does Mildred Pierce have?
Mildred Pierce comprises 1 season available to explore.
Who stars in Mildred Pierce?
Key cast members in Mildred Pierce include Kate Winslet, Guy Pearce, Evan Rachel Wood, Brían F. O'Byrne, Melissa Leo.
Who created or directed Mildred Pierce?
Mildred Pierce was developed and directed by Not specified.