A Doonesbury Special (1977): cast, story & where to watch
1977 · Film · ★ 5
Released in 1977, A Doonesbury Special is a comedy, animation and tv movie film directed by Garry Trudeau, running about 25 minutes.
What it’s about. Garry Trudeau's classic characters (Mike Doonesbury, Zonker, etc.) examine how their lifestyles, priorities, and concerns have changed since the end of their idealistic college days in the 1960s.
Who’s in it. A Doonesbury Special stars James Allen Brewer as Jimmy Thudpucker, Barbara Harris as Joanie Caucus, Charles Levin as Mark Slackmeyer and Rebecca Nelson as Barbara Ann 'Boopsie' Boopstein, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, A Doonesbury Special has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch A Doonesbury Special page.
If you liked it. Fans of A Doonesbury Special tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch A Doonesbury Special (1977)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for A Doonesbury Special change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is A Doonesbury Special worth watching?
- A Doonesbury Special holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy, animation and tv movie. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in A Doonesbury Special?
- A Doonesbury Special stars James Allen Brewer, Barbara Harris, Charles Levin, Rebecca Nelson and William Sloane Coffin.