A parable based on the life of Christ. This ain't your father's Bible story, full of references about the destruction of the world through massive constipation and a New Mexican setting.

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Credits

Crew

Greaser's Palace (1972) | Criteria

DirectorRobert Downey Sr.

WriterRobert Downey Sr.

ComposerJack Nitzsche

EditorBud S. Smith

ProducerCyma Rubin

Cast

Allan Arbusas Jesse

Albert Hendersonas Seaweedhead Greaser

Luana Andersas Cholera

Hervé Villechaizeas Mr. Spitunia

Toni Basilas Indian Girl

Don Calfaas Morris

Elsie Downeyas Woman

Michael Sullivanas Lamy Greaser

George Morganas Coo Coo

Lawrence Wolfas French Padre

Larry Moyeras Indian

Don Smolenas Gip

Woody Chamblissas Father

Jim Antonioas Vernon

Buddy Butleras Judas

Robert Downey Jr.as Boy in Covered Wagon (uncredited)

Ronald Nealyas Card Man / Ghost

Stan Gottliebas Spitunia

Double Feature

Streaming now, and why it pairs with this film

Chafed Elbows1966

Both directed by Robert Downey Sr.

Or

Babo 731964Both directed by Robert Downey Sr.
No More Excuses1968Both directed by Robert Downey Sr.