

Glen or Glenda
1953, English. Directed by Edward D. Wood Jr..
I Changed My Sex!
Glen doesn't dare tell his fiancée Barbara that he is a transvestite known as Glenda; in addition, Alan is undergoing medical treatment to become a woman named Anne; both stories are told by a psychiatrist.
- Runtime
- 1h 11m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
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Cast & crew
- Edward D. Wood Jr.Director
- Timothy FarrellDr. Alton / Narrator
- Bela LugosiScientist
- Edward D. Wood Jr.Glen / Glenda (as Daniel Davis)
- Lyle TalbotInspector Warren
- Dolores FullerBarbara
- 'Tommy' HaynesAlan / Anne
- Charlie CraftsJohnny (as Charles Crafts)
- Conrad BrooksBanker / Reporter / Pickup Artist / Bearded Drag (as Connie Brooks)
- Henry BederskiMan with Hat and Receding Hairline (uncredited)
- Carol DaughertyWoman in Nightmare (uncredited)
- 'Captain' DeZitaThe Devil / Glen's Father (uncredited)
- Helen Miles(uncredited)
Details
- Released
- 1 April 1953
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Edward D. Wood Jr.
- Budget
- $20K
- Box office
- $10K
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Glen or Glenda: quick answers
Is Glen or Glenda worth watching?
Our verdict is Snoozefest: Your time is worth more. It scores 4.7/10 from 164 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Glen or Glenda?
Glen or Glenda runs 71 minutes (1h 11m).
Does Glen or Glenda have a post-credits scene?
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Glen or Glenda parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
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Which OTT platform is Glen or Glenda on?
Glen or Glenda is streaming on Cultpix and Brew in India. (Checked 11 November 2026.)
What movies are like Glen or Glenda?
If you liked Glen or Glenda, try Under the Silver Lake, Mulholland Drive, Pariah.
Who directed Glen or Glenda?
Glen or Glenda (1953) was directed by Edward D. Wood Jr. and stars Timothy Farrell, Bela Lugosi, Edward D. Wood Jr..