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Curse of the Starving Class

1994, English. Directed by J. Michael McClary.

Curse of the Starving Class is a play by Sam Shepard, considered the first of a series on family tragedies. Drama about a dirt-poor 1950's-era farm family. Dad's a foul talking drunk and Mom is desperately trying to save what's left of their family life.

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Runtime
1h 42m
Post-credits
None listed
Language
English
Rated
R

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Released
13 September 1994
Country
United States of America
Written by
Sam Shepard, Bruce Beresford
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What Curse of the Starving Class is based on

Curse of the Starving Class is based on Curse of the Starving Class by Sam Shepard.

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Curse of the Starving Class runs 102 minutes (1h 42m).

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Curse of the Starving Class is rated R in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.

Which OTT platform is Curse of the Starving Class on?

Curse of the Starving Class isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can watch it free or rent it or buy it online. (Checked 13 November 2026.)

What movies are like Curse of the Starving Class?

If you liked Curse of the Starving Class, try Angela's Ashes, Holler, Hillbilly Elegy.

Who directed Curse of the Starving Class?

Curse of the Starving Class (1994) was directed by J. Michael McClary and stars James Woods, Kathy Bates, Randy Quaid.

What is Curse of the Starving Class based on?

Curse of the Starving Class is based on Curse of the Starving Class by Sam Shepard.

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