The Karen Carpenter Story (1989): cast, story & where to watch
1989 · Film · ★ 7.4
Released in 1989, The Karen Carpenter Story is a drama, music and tv movie film directed by Joseph Sargent, running about 92 minutes. “She'd only just begun... and suddenly it was over.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Story of the meteoric rise and sudden fall of Karen Carpenter, who became a famous singer before battling anorexia and bulimia. This made-for-TV movie is the authorized version of the life of Karen Carpenter and was made with the approval of Richard Carpenter and the Carpenter family.
Who’s in it. The Karen Carpenter Story stars Cynthia Gibb as Karen Carpenter, Mitchell Anderson as Richard Carpenter, Peter Michael Goetz as Harold Carpenter and Michael McGuire as Sherwin Bash, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.4/10, The Karen Carpenter Story has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Karen Carpenter Story page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Karen Carpenter Story tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Karen Carpenter Story (1989)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Karen Carpenter Story change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Karen Carpenter Story worth watching?
- The Karen Carpenter Story holds an audience score of 7.4 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama, music and tv movie. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Karen Carpenter Story?
- The Karen Carpenter Story stars Cynthia Gibb, Mitchell Anderson, Peter Michael Goetz, Michael McGuire and Lise Hilboldt.
- When was The Karen Carpenter Story released?
- The Karen Carpenter Story was released in 1989, with a runtime of about 92 minutes.