The Wild Party (1975): cast, story & where to watch

1975 · Film · ★ 5.4

The Wild Party poster

Released in 1975, The Wild Party is a comedy and drama film directed by James Ivory, running about 109 minutes. “Hollywood in the '20s... Gin, Sin and a Night they're still whispering about!” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. An aging silent movie comic star throws a lavish party to try and save his failing career.

Who’s in it. The Wild Party stars James Coco as Jolly Grimm, Raquel Welch as Queenie, Perry King as Dale Sword and Tiffany Bolling as Kate, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 5.4/10, The Wild Party has proved divisive with audiences.

Where to watch. In US you can stream it on fuboTV, MGM+ Amazon Channel, Philo and MGM Plus Roku Premium Channel and rent or buy it from Fandango At Home. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Wild Party page.

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

Frequently asked

Where can I watch The Wild Party (1975)?
In US, The Wild Party is available to stream on fuboTV, MGM+ Amazon Channel and Philo, and rent or buy from Fandango At Home. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
Is The Wild Party worth watching?
The Wild Party holds an audience score of 5.4 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 Wild Party?
The Wild Party stars James Coco, Raquel Welch, Perry King, Tiffany Bolling and Royal Dano.
When was The Wild Party released?
The Wild Party was released in 1975, with a runtime of about 109 minutes.