Mommie Dearest
1981, English. Directed by Frank Perry.
Faye Dunaway is Joan Crawford. A star...a legend...and a mother...the illusion of perfection.
Renowned film star Joan Crawford's abuse towards Christina, her adopted daughter, intensifies as her professional and romantic relationships turn sour.
- Runtime
- 2h 9m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- PG
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Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.4/10 from 254 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Mommie Dearest isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it online.
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Cast & crew
- Frank PerryDirector
- Faye DunawayJoan Crawford
- Diana ScarwidChristina Crawford
- Steve ForrestGreg Savitt
- Howard Da SilvaL.B. Mayer
- Mara HobelChristina Crawford as a Child
- Rutanya AldaCarol Ann
- Harry GozAl Steele
- Michael EdwardsTed Gelber
- Jocelyn BrandoBarbara Bennett
- Priscilla PointerMrs. Chadwick
- Joe AbdullahCaptain
- Gary AllenJimmy
Details
- Released
- 16 September 1981
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Frank Yablans, Frank Perry, Tracy Hotchner
- Budget
- $5M
- Box office
- $19M
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What Mommie Dearest is based on
Mommie Dearest is based on Mommie Dearest (1978) by Christina Crawford, published by William Morrow.
1978
Mommie Dearest
By Christina Crawford
Published by William Morrow
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Mommie Dearest: quick answers
Is Mommie Dearest worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.4/10 from 254 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Mommie Dearest?
Mommie Dearest runs 129 minutes (2h 9m).
Does Mommie Dearest have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Mommie Dearest. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Mommie Dearest parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Mommie Dearest is rated PG in India. That rating means it is generally fine for children.
Which OTT platform is Mommie Dearest on?
Mommie Dearest isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it online. (Checked 7 November 2026.)
What movies are like Mommie Dearest?
If you liked Mommie Dearest, try A Thousand and One, May December, Primetime.
Who directed Mommie Dearest?
Mommie Dearest (1981) was directed by Frank Perry and stars Faye Dunaway, Diana Scarwid, Steve Forrest.
What is Mommie Dearest based on?
Mommie Dearest is based on Mommie Dearest (1978) by Christina Crawford, published by William Morrow.