Julie Christie
Petulia Danner
Petulia (1968)
"People bugged by people will do extraordinary things."
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Overview
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.
Richard Lester
Director
Lawrence B. Marcus
Screenplay
Top Billed Cast
George C. Scott
Dr. Archie Bollen
Richard Chamberlain
Dave Danner
Arthur Hill
Barney
Shirley Knight
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Pippa Scott
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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)
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