The Pumpkin Eater

A Much Married Woman Who Drifts From Husband to Husband!

19641h 50m6.7(53 votes)

Drama

Synopsis

Jo, the mother of seven children, divorces her second husband in order to marry Jake, a successful but promiscuous screenwriter. Though they are physically and emotionally compatible, they are slowly torn apart.

The Pumpkin Eater (1964) is a drama film directed by Jack Clayton. It stars Anne Bancroft, Peter Finch, and James Mason. The film runs for 1 hour 50 minutes. Audiences have made it well received, with an average score of 6.7 out of 10 from 53 votes.

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Director

Jack Clayton

Cast

Anne Bancroft

Jo Armitage

Peter Finch

Jake Armitage

James Mason

Bob Conway

Janine Gray

Beth Conway

Cedric Hardwicke

Mr. James - Jo's father

Rosalind Atkinson

Mrs. James - Jo's mother

Alan Webb

Mr. Armitage - Jake's father

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Frequently Asked Questions About The Pumpkin Eater

Where can I watch The Pumpkin Eater?

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Who stars in The Pumpkin Eater?

The Pumpkin Eater stars Anne Bancroft, Peter Finch, James Mason, and Janine Gray, and was directed by Jack Clayton.

How long is The Pumpkin Eater?

The Pumpkin Eater has a runtime of 1 hour 50 minutes.

When did The Pumpkin Eater come out?

The Pumpkin Eater was released in 1964.

What genre is The Pumpkin Eater?

The Pumpkin Eater is a drama film.

Is The Pumpkin Eater worth watching?

The Pumpkin Eater holds an average audience score of 6.7 out of 10. The best signal, though, is a recommendation from a friend who shares your taste—FriendsRecommend shows you exactly that.