Desperately Seeking Susan
A bored New Jersey suburban housewife's fascination with a free-spirited woman she has read about in the personal columns leads to her being mistaken for the woman herself and into a chaotic adventure of amnesia and self-discovery.
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Streaming now in the United States on Criterion Channel, Kanopy, Hoopla, The Roku Channel, YouTube Free, and Tubi TV.
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Frequently asked questions about Desperately Seeking Susan
Where can I watch Desperately Seeking Susan in the United States?
Desperately Seeking Susan is available to stream on Criterion Channel, Kanopy, Hoopla, The Roku Channel, YouTube Free, and Tubi TV in the United States, and to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home. Streaming availability is provided by JustWatch and can change over time.
Can I watch Desperately Seeking Susan for free?
Desperately Seeking Susan streams free with ads in the United States on Kanopy, Hoopla, The Roku Channel, and YouTube Free. A subscription is not required, though the service may ask you to register.
What are the ratings for Desperately Seeking Susan?
Desperately Seeking Susan scores 6.1 on The Movie Database.
Who stars in Desperately Seeking Susan?
Desperately Seeking Susan stars Rosanna Arquette, Madonna, Aidan Quinn, Mark Blum, and Robert Joy. Susan Seidelman is the director.
How long is Desperately Seeking Susan?
Desperately Seeking Susan runs 1h 44m (104 minutes).
When did Desperately Seeking Susan come out?
Desperately Seeking Susan was released on March 29, 1985.
Which studio made Desperately Seeking Susan?
Desperately Seeking Susan was produced by Orion Pictures in the United States.
What was the budget for Desperately Seeking Susan?
Desperately Seeking Susan was made on a budget of $4,500,000.
How much did Desperately Seeking Susan make at the box office?
Desperately Seeking Susan grossed $27,399,597 worldwide, against a budget of $4,500,000.
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