Where can I watch The Sterile Cuckoo (1969)?

In US, The Sterile Cuckoo is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.

Is The Sterile Cuckoo worth watching?

The Sterile Cuckoo holds an audience score of 5.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.

Who stars in The Sterile Cuckoo?

The Sterile Cuckoo stars Liza Minnelli, Wendell Burton, Tim McIntire, Austin Green and Margaret Markov.

When was The Sterile Cuckoo released?

The Sterile Cuckoo was released in 1969, with a runtime of about 107 minutes.

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The Sterile Cuckoo (1969): cast, story & where to watch

1969 · Film · ★ 5.2

Released in 1969, The Sterile Cuckoo is a comedy and drama film directed by Alan J. Pakula, running about 107 minutes. “First love... if it happens to you once, you're lucky” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. Two students at neighboring colleges get swept up in first love. Pookie Adams, a kooky misfit with no family or friends, clings to the quiet and studious Jerry, who has the ability to make a choice of living in Pookie's private world or be accepted by the society that Pookie rejects. Unwittingly, it is through their awkward relationship that Pookie prepares Jerry for the world of "weirdos" that she doesn't fit into.

Who’s in it. The Sterile Cuckoo stars Liza Minnelli as 'Pookie' (Mary Ann) Adams, Wendell Burton as Jerry Payne, Tim McIntire as Charlie Schumacher and Austin Green as Pookie's father, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 5.2/10, The Sterile Cuckoo has proved divisive with audiences.

Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies and YouTube. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Sterile Cuckoo page.

If you liked it. Fans of The Sterile Cuckoo tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.

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Frequently asked

Where can I watch The Sterile Cuckoo (1969)?: In US, The Sterile Cuckoo is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
Is The Sterile Cuckoo worth watching?: The Sterile Cuckoo holds an audience score of 5.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in The Sterile Cuckoo?: The Sterile Cuckoo stars Liza Minnelli, Wendell Burton, Tim McIntire, Austin Green and Margaret Markov.
When was The Sterile Cuckoo released?: The Sterile Cuckoo was released in 1969, with a runtime of about 107 minutes.