The Perfectionist (1985): cast, story & where to watch
1985 · Film
Released in 1985, The Perfectionist is a comedy and tv movie film directed by Chris Thomson, running about 90 minutes.
What it’s about. Barbara and Steward are happily married and have three kids. But one day Barbara decides that her children are old enough now and she can quit as housewife and start to study. Against the will of her husband she employs babysitter Eric while she attends university. Steward reacts increasingly nervous about the presence of another man in his family and brings their marriage into a crisis.
Who’s in it. The Perfectionist stars Jacki Weaver as Barbara Gunn, John Waters as Stuart Gunn, Kate Fitzpatrick as Su and Steven Vidler as Erik, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Perfectionist page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Perfectionist tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Perfectionist (1985)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Perfectionist change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in The Perfectionist?
- The Perfectionist stars Jacki Weaver, John Waters, Kate Fitzpatrick, Steven Vidler and Maggie Dence.
- When was The Perfectionist released?
- The Perfectionist was released in 1985, with a runtime of about 90 minutes.