Futz (1969): cast, story & where to watch

1969 · Film · ★ 3.8

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Released in 1969, Futz is a comedy and drama film directed by Tom O'Horgan, running about 92 minutes. “A ritual celebration of the death of personal liberty.” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. Sexual satire about a young farmer who has had many bad experiences with women. He showers love and affection upon his pet pig, Amanda, saying she alone is worthy to be his wife. His "marriage" to Amanda causes a scandal in the community, almost mass hysteria.

Who’s in it. Futz stars Seth Allen as Oscar Loop, John Bakos as Cyrus Futz, Sally Kirkland as Merry Lee and Frederic Forrest as Sugford, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 3.8/10, Futz has proved divisive with audiences.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Futz page.

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

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Futz (1969)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Futz change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Futz worth watching?
Futz holds an audience score of 3.8 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 Futz?
Futz stars Seth Allen, John Bakos, Sally Kirkland, Frederic Forrest and Mari-Claire Charba.
When was Futz released?
Futz was released in 1969, with a runtime of about 92 minutes.