
After murdering her husband, Peggy Gravel and her murderous maid Grizelda find themselves stranded in the chaotic town of Mortville, a bizarre place ruled by the flamboyant Queen Carlotta, who presides over a crooked cadre of eccentric misfits. Their arrival threatens to upend the town’s twisted order.
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Desperate Living does not have end credit scenes. You can leave when the credits roll.
Explore the complete cast of Desperate Living, including both lead and supporting actors. Learn who plays each character, discover their past roles and achievements, and find out what makes this ensemble cast stand out in the world of film and television.

John Waters

Mink Stole
Peggy Gravel

Channing Wilroy
Lieutenant Wilson

Cookie Mueller
Flipper

Edith Massey
Queen Carlotta

Mary Vivian Pearce
Princess Coo-Coo

Paul Swift
Mr. Paul

Dolores Deluce
Nurse

George Stover
Bosley Gravel

Pat Moran
Bathroom Pervert

Liz Renay
Muffy St. Jacques

Brook Yeaton
Bosley Jr. (as Brook Blake)

Jean Hill
Grizelda Brown

Susan Lowe
Mole McHenry

Ed Peranio
Lieutenant Wilson

George Figgs
Herbert

George Hulse
Sex Change Doctor

Elizabeth Coffey
Bartender

Karen Gerwig
Beth

Jay Allan
Kid

Al Strapelli
Dr. Evans

Turkey Joe
Motorcycle Cop

Willie Brooks
Pieman

James Yeaton
Dead Bum

Steve Butow
Lt. Grogan

Pirie Woods
Babysitter

H.C. Kliemisch
Big Jimmy Dong

Marina Melin
Shina
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