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Hungry Wives

English • 1972 • 1h 29m

This film is not currently available on the Criterion Channel

Director

George A. Romero

Synopsis

An unhappy suburban housewife gets mixed up in witchcraft with unexpected consequences.

Included in
Additions: October 2020
Position 51
Included in
70's Horror
Position 9

Credits

Crew

DirectorGeorge A. Romero

WriterGeorge A. Romero

CinematographerGeorge A. Romero

ComposerSteve Gorn

EditorGeorge A. Romero

ProducerNancy Romero

Cast

Jan Whiteas Joan Mitchell

Raymond Laineas Gregg Williamson

Ann Mufflyas Shirley Randolph

as Nikki Mitchell

Bill Thunhurstas Jack Mitchell

Neil Fisheras Dr. Miller

S. William Hinzmanas The Intruder

Esther Lapidusas Sylvia

Dan Mallingeras Sergeant Frazer

Daryl Montgomeryas Larry

Ken Petersas John Fuller

Shirlee Strasseras Grace

Robert Trowas Detective Mills

Jean Wechsleras Gloria

Charlotte Carteras Mary

Linda Creaganas Patty

Marvin Lieberas Jerry Randolph

Virginia Greenwaldas Marion Hamilton

Hungry Wives (1972) | Criteria