Personal Problems (1980): cast, story & where to watch
1980 · Film · ★ 6.8
Released in 1980, Personal Problems is a drama film directed by Bill Gunn, running about 165 minutes.
What it’s about. An “experimental soap opera” centered on a Harlem nurse, her husband, her father-in-law, and her lover.
Who’s in it. Personal Problems stars Vertamae Grosvenor as Johnnie Mae Brown, Walter Cotton as Charles Brown, Bill Gunn as Mr. Damien and Ishmael Reed as Manager of Doggie Diner, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.8/10, Personal Problems has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Personal Problems page.
If you liked it. Fans of Personal Problems tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Personal Problems (1980)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Personal Problems change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Personal Problems worth watching?
- Personal Problems holds an audience score of 6.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Personal Problems?
- Personal Problems stars Vertamae Grosvenor, Walter Cotton, Bill Gunn, Ishmael Reed and Jim Wright.
- When was Personal Problems released?
- Personal Problems was released in 1980, with a runtime of about 165 minutes.