Women on the Verge of a Nervous Breakdown
1988, Spanish. Directed by Pedro Almodóvar.
A new comedy about someone you know.
After being dumped by her lover, Pepa finds her life and the lives of those around her spiraling out of control in a deliciously chaotic series of events.
- Runtime
- 1h 28m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- Spanish
- Rated
- R
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Women on the Verge of a Nervous Breakdown isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it or buy it online.
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Cast & crew
- Pedro AlmodóvarDirector
- Carmen MauraPepa
- Antonio BanderasCarlos
- Julieta SerranoLucía
- María BarrancoCandela
- Rossy de PalmaMarisa
- Kiti MánverPaulina Morales
- Guillermo MontesinosTaxi Driver
- Chus LampreaveJehovah's Witness Goalkeeper
- Eduardo CalvoLucía's Father
- Loles LeónSecretary
- Ángel de Andrés LópezPolice I
- Fernando GuillénIván
Details
- Released
- 25 March 1988
- Original title
- Mujeres al borde de un ataque de nervios
- Country
- Spain
- Written by
- Pedro Almodóvar
- Budget
- $700K
- Box office
- $15M
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Women on the Verge of a Nervous Breakdown: quick answers
Is Women on the Verge of a Nervous Breakdown worth watching?
Our verdict is Worth the Hype: Clear your evening for this. It scores 7.4/10 from 1,054 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Women on the Verge of a Nervous Breakdown?
Women on the Verge of a Nervous Breakdown runs 88 minutes (1h 28m).
Does Women on the Verge of a Nervous Breakdown have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Women on the Verge of a Nervous Breakdown. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Women on the Verge of a Nervous Breakdown parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Women on the Verge of a Nervous Breakdown is rated R in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is Women on the Verge of a Nervous Breakdown on?
Women on the Verge of a Nervous Breakdown isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it or buy it online. (Checked 13 November 2026.)
What movies are like Women on the Verge of a Nervous Breakdown?
If you liked Women on the Verge of a Nervous Breakdown, try Bitter Christmas, Riding in Cars with Boys, Therapy Done Right.
Who directed Women on the Verge of a Nervous Breakdown?
Women on the Verge of a Nervous Breakdown (1988) was directed by Pedro Almodóvar and stars Carmen Maura, Antonio Banderas, Julieta Serrano.