Desperate Living
1977, English. Directed by John Waters.
It isn't very pretty…
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.
- Runtime
- 1h 31m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- NC-17
Start now and it ends at ….
Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.3/10 from 126 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch Desperate Living
Desperate Living isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it online.
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Fandango At HomeAvailability in India as of 10 November 2026. Streaming data by JustWatch.
Cast & crew
Details
- Released
- 27 May 1977
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- John Waters
- Budget
- $65K
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Desperate Living: quick answers
Is Desperate Living worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.3/10 from 126 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Desperate Living?
Desperate Living runs 91 minutes (1h 31m).
Does Desperate Living have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Desperate Living. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Desperate Living parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Desperate Living is rated NC-17 in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is Desperate Living on?
Desperate Living isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it online. (Checked 10 November 2026.)
What movies are like Desperate Living?
If you liked Desperate Living, try Female Trouble, Who Is Cletis Tout?, 68 Kill.
Who directed Desperate Living?
Desperate Living (1977) was directed by John Waters and stars Liz Renay, Mink Stole, Susan Lowe.