Special for Women (1960): cast, story & where to watch
1960 · Series · ★ 6.3
Released in 1960, Special for Women is a documentary, soap and drama series.
What it’s about. Special for Women (also known as Purex Specials for Women) is a drama/documentary anthology series broadcast on NBC from 1960 to 1965. It dramatized problems faced by everyday women, including menopause, sexual dysfunction and the feminine beauty ideal, followed by a discussion of that episode's topic with a panel of experts.
Who’s in it. Special for Women stars Kim Hunter as Leora Davis, Jack Klugman as Charles Davis, Phyllis Thaxter as Wilhemina 'Willie' Ross and Michael Strong as Mike Ross, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.3/10, Special for Women has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Special for Women page.
If you liked it. Fans of Special for Women tend to enjoy Cosmos, Planet Earth, Planet Earth II and Vikings.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Special for Women (1960)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Special for Women change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Special for Women worth watching?
- Special for Women holds an audience score of 6.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary, soap and drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Special for Women?
- Special for Women stars Kim Hunter, Jack Klugman, Phyllis Thaxter, Michael Strong and Leora Dana.
- When was Special for Women released?
- Special for Women was released in 1960.