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Mommie Dearest

Faye Dunaway is Joan Crawford. A star...a legend...and a mother...the illusion of perfection.

1981 · PG · 2h 9m

Directed by Frank Perry

6.4

TMDB audience score
254 votes, out of 10

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Synopsis

Renowned film star Joan Crawford's abuse towards Christina, her adopted daughter, intensifies as her professional and romantic relationships turn sour.

Where to watch

Official options in the United States:

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  • Google Play Movies
  • YouTube
  • Fandango At Home

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Cast

  • Faye Dunaway
    Joan Crawford

  • Diana Scarwid
    Christina Crawford

  • Steve Forrest
    Greg Savitt

  • Howard Da Silva
    L.B. Mayer

  • Mara Hobel
    Christina Crawford as a Child

  • Rutanya Alda
    Carol Ann

  • Harry Goz
    Al Steele

  • Michael Edwards
    Ted Gelber

  • Jocelyn Brando
    Barbara Bennett

  • Priscilla Pointer
    Mrs. Chadwick

  • Joe Abdullah
    Captain

  • Gary Allen
    Jimmy

  • Selma Archerd
    Connie

  • Adrian Aron
    Wedding Guest

  • Xander Berkeley
    Christopher Crawford

  • Matthew Campion
    Actor in Soap

  • Carolyn Coates
    Mother Superior

  • Jerry Douglas
    Radio Interviewer