The Pamela Principle (1992): cast, story & where to watch
1992 · Film · ★ 4.2
Released in 1992, The Pamela Principle is a drama and romance film directed by Paul Thomas, running about 95 minutes. “Nothing is forbidden” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Pamela is a young actress who has moved into New York City from the midwest. She meets up with Carl who is middle-aged tailor of women's clothings and is going through a "mid-life crisis". He sees his son's amourous escapades and longs for better relationship with his wife Anne who is distant at times. He has an affair with Pamela. But Pamela's lifestyle does not go well with him.
Who’s in it. The Pamela Principle stars J.K. Dumont as Carl Breeding, Kim Burnette as Pamela (as Veronica Cash), Tamara Landry as Anne Breeding (as Shelby Lane) and Troy Donahue as Troy, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.2/10, The Pamela Principle has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Pamela Principle page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Pamela Principle tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Pamela Principle (1992)?
- In US, The Pamela Principle is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is The Pamela Principle worth watching?
- The Pamela Principle holds an audience score of 4.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Pamela Principle?
- The Pamela Principle stars J.K. Dumont, Kim Burnette, Tamara Landry, Troy Donahue and Frank Pesce.
- When was The Pamela Principle released?
- The Pamela Principle was released in 1992, with a runtime of about 95 minutes.