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Still from Hungry Wives — Hungry Wives (1972) — George A. RomeroPhotographed by George A. Romero

Poster for Hungry Wives

George A. Romero

Hungry Wives

English / 1972 / 1h 29m

Not streamingNot currently on the Criterion Channel.

Letterboxd: 3.13/5·12.8K ratings·3.8K reviewson Letterboxd
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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

Joedda McClainas 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

Double Feature

Streaming now, and why it pairs with this film

Poster for Night of the Living Dead

Night of the Living Dead1968

Both directed by George A. Romero

Or

Two Evil Eyes1991Both directed by George A. Romero

Hungry Wives (1972) | Criteria