Mad Cows (1999): cast, story & where to watch
1999 · Film · ★ 3.9
Released in 1999, Mad Cows is a comedy film directed by Sara Sugarman, running about 90 minutes. “They don't take no bull” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. When her TV star husband Alex decides to divorce her so that he can start a career in politics, newly single mother Maddy goes shoplifting and ends up in jail. Losing custody of her infant child, Maddy hatches a scheme to break out of prison with the assistance of her friend Gillian, who's avoiding the law herself for credit card fraud. Now Maddy has to find the couple who have adopted her son and avoid falling in love with selfish Alex all over again.
Who’s in it. Mad Cows stars Anna Friel as Maddy, Joanna Lumley as Gillian, Anna Massey as Dwina Phelps and Phyllida Law as Lady Drake (Alex's Mother), among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 3.9/10, Mad Cows has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Mad Cows page.
If you liked it. Fans of Mad Cows tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Mad Cows (1999)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Mad Cows change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Mad Cows worth watching?
- Mad Cows holds an audience score of 3.9 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Mad Cows?
- Mad Cows stars Anna Friel, Joanna Lumley, Anna Massey, Phyllida Law and Greg Wise.
- When was Mad Cows released?
- Mad Cows was released in 1999, with a runtime of about 90 minutes.