Myra Breckinridge
1970, English. Directed by Michael Sarne.
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Myron Breckinridge flies to Europe to get a sex-change operation and is transformed into the beautiful Myra. She travels to Hollywood, meets up with her rich Uncle Buck and, claiming to be Myron's widow, demands money. Instead, Buck gives Myra a job in his acting school. There, Myra meets aspiring actor Rusty and his girlfriend, Mary Ann. With Myra as catalyst, the trio begin to outrageously expand their sexual horizons.
- Runtime
- 1h 34m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- R
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Cast & crew
- Michael SarneDirector
- Raquel WelchMyra Breckinridge
- Rex ReedYoung Man
- Mae WestLeticia Van Allen
- John HustonBuck Loner
- Farrah FawcettMary Ann Pringle
- Roger C. CarmelDr. Randolph Spencer Montag
- Roger HerrenRusty Godowski
- George FurthCharlie Flager Jr.
- Calvin LockhartIrving Amadeus
- Jim BackusDoctor
- John CarradineSurgeon
- Andy DevineCoyote Bill
Details
- Released
- 24 June 1970
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Michael Sarne, David Giler
- Budget
- $5M
- Box office
- $8M
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What Myra Breckinridge is based on
Myra Breckinridge is based on Myra Breckinridge, a 1968 novel by Gore Vidal, published by Little, Brown and Company.
Novel · 1968
Myra Breckinridge
By Gore Vidal
Published by Little, Brown and Company
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Myra Breckinridge: quick answers
Is Myra Breckinridge worth watching?
Our verdict is Snoozefest: Your time is worth more. It scores 4.6/10 from 57 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Myra Breckinridge?
Myra Breckinridge runs 94 minutes (1h 34m).
Does Myra Breckinridge have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Myra Breckinridge. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Myra Breckinridge parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Myra Breckinridge is rated R in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is Myra Breckinridge on?
Myra Breckinridge isn’t streaming on any OTT platform in India yet; it released on 24 June 1970. (Checked 10 November 2026.)
What movies are like Myra Breckinridge?
If you liked Myra Breckinridge, try Everything You Always Wanted to Know About Sex *But Were Afraid to Ask, A Cock and Bull Story, Hard to Die.
Who directed Myra Breckinridge?
Myra Breckinridge (1970) was directed by Michael Sarne and stars Raquel Welch, Rex Reed, Mae West.
What is Myra Breckinridge based on?
Myra Breckinridge is based on Myra Breckinridge, a 1968 novel by Gore Vidal, published by Little, Brown and Company.