Desperate Living
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.
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Not on a subscription service in the United States yet. Rent or buy it on Fandango At Home.
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Frequently asked questions about Desperate Living
Where can I watch Desperate Living in the United States?
Desperate Living is not on a subscription streaming service in the United States at the moment, but you can rent or buy it on Fandango At Home. Availability is provided by JustWatch and can change over time.
What are the ratings for Desperate Living?
Desperate Living scores 6.4 on The Movie Database.
Who stars in Desperate Living?
Desperate Living stars Liz Renay, Mink Stole, Susan Lowe, Edith Massey, and Mary Vivian Pearce. John Waters is the director.
How long is Desperate Living?
Desperate Living runs 1h 31m (91 minutes).
When did Desperate Living come out?
Desperate Living was released on May 27, 1977.
Which studio made Desperate Living?
Desperate Living was produced by Charm City Productions and Dreamland in the United States.
What was the budget for Desperate Living?
Desperate Living was made on a budget of $65,000.
Ratings and streaming availability are aggregated from third-party sources; metadata from The Movie Database (TMDB), streaming data from JustWatch. This product uses the TMDB API but is not endorsed or certified by TMDB. Streaming availability checked September 2026.