Little Murders (1971): cast, story & where to watch
1971 · Film · ★ 6.7
Released in 1971, Little Murders is a comedy film directed by Alan Arkin, running about 108 minutes. “Funny in a new and frightening way!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Alfred Chamberlain, who suffers from an inability to feel or to be passionate about anything, meets Patsy Newquist, who takes it upon herself to mold him into "a strong, vital, self-assured man that I can protect and take care of."
Who’s in it. Little Murders stars Elliott Gould as Alfred Chamberlain, Marcia Rodd as Patsy Newquist, Vincent Gardenia as Mr. Newquist and Elizabeth Wilson as Mrs. Newquist, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.7/10, Little Murders 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 Little Murders page.
If you liked it. Fans of Little Murders tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Little Murders (1971)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Little Murders change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Little Murders worth watching?
- Little Murders holds an audience score of 6.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Little Murders?
- Little Murders stars Elliott Gould, Marcia Rodd, Vincent Gardenia, Elizabeth Wilson and Jon Korkes.
- When was Little Murders released?
- Little Murders was released in 1971, with a runtime of about 108 minutes.