Doctors' Wives (1971): cast, story & where to watch
1971 · Film · ★ 5.1
Released in 1971, Doctors' Wives is a drama film directed by George Schaefer, running about 102 minutes. “Doctors' Wives have everything. Except husbands.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. The wives of several high-powered doctors feel neglected due to their husbands' focus on their careers, so they embark on a regimen of sex, drugs and booze.
Who’s in it. Doctors' Wives stars Dyan Cannon as Lorrie, Richard Crenna as Pete Brennan, Gene Hackman as Dave Randolph and Carroll O'Connor as Joe Gray, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.1/10, Doctors' Wives has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Doctors' Wives page.
If you liked it. Fans of Doctors' Wives tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Doctors' Wives (1971)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Doctors' Wives change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Doctors' Wives worth watching?
- Doctors' Wives holds an audience score of 5.1 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Doctors' Wives?
- Doctors' Wives stars Dyan Cannon, Richard Crenna, Gene Hackman, Carroll O'Connor and Rachel Roberts.
- When was Doctors' Wives released?
- Doctors' Wives was released in 1971, with a runtime of about 102 minutes.