Petulia

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.

5.9

105 min

Cast

Julie Christie

as Petulia Danner

George C. Scott

as Dr. Archie Bollen

Richard Chamberlain

as Dave Danner

Arthur Hill

as Barney

Shirley Knight

as Polo

Pippa Scott

as May

Kathleen Widdoes

as Wilma

Richard Dysart

as Motel Receptionist

Ruth Kobart

as Nun

Roger Bowen

as Warren

Joseph Cotten

as Mr. Danner

Austin Pendleton

as Intern (uncredited)

Ellen Geer

as Nun

Howard Hesseman

as Hippie (uncredited)

Janis Joplin

as Herself (uncredited)

René Auberjonois

as Fred Six (uncredited)

Peter Bonerz

as Self (uncredited)

Barbara Bosson

as Self (uncredited)

Kathryn Ish

as Self (uncredited)

Josephine Nichols

as Neighbor (uncredited)

Richard Stahl

as Greenhouse fitter (uncredited)

Mel Stewart

as Supermarket Clerk (uncredited)

Director

Richard Lester