Desperate Living (1977)

Movie

“The world may never be the same again!”

6.4/10

1977

1h 31m

Comedy

Crime

Overview

After killing her husband, Peggy Gravel and her murderous maid Grizelda wind up in the crazy town of Mortville, where Queen Carlotta presides over a sleazy collection of misfits.

Director

John Waters

Writers

John Waters

Movie Information

Release Date

May 27, 1977

Runtime

1h 31m

Status

Released

Original Language

Vote Count

114

Production

Charm City Productions

Dreamland

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