Portnoy's Complaint
“Some book. Some movie.”
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About
During a session with his psychoanalyst, Alexander Portnoy rants about everything that is bothering him. His complaints include his childhood and his family with an emphasis on his mother, his sexual fantasies and the problems that he has with women, and his obsessive feelings about his Judaism.
Cast
Richard Benjamin
as Alexander Portnoy
Karen Black
as Mary Jane Reid a.k.a. Monkey
Lee Grant
as Sophie Portnoy
Jack Somack
as Jack Portnoy
Renée Lippin
as Hannah Portnoy
Jeannie Berlin
as Bubbles Girardi
Kevin Conway
as Smolka
Lewis J. Stadlen
as Mandel (as Lewis Stadlen)
Jill Clayburgh
as Naomi
Jessica Rains
as Opening Girl
Francesca De Sapio
as Lina, Rome Prostitute
William Pabst
as Clerk at Inn
Eleanor Zee
as Woman in Hospital Bed
Tony Brande
as Cab Driver
D.P. Barnes
as Dr. Spielvogel
John Carradine
as Judge (voice) (uncredited)
Arline Bletcher
as Elevator Lady #2 (uncredited)
Minta Durfee
as Elevator Lady #1 (uncredited)
Mike De Anda
as Mr. Harero (uncredited)
John P. Dulaney
as Background (uncredited)
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Stream Portnoy's Complaint online free in HD on Bowood.TV. A talked-about comedy and drama movie originally produced in English and released in 1972, it's earned a solid 4.7/10 from 13 viewers worldwide.
About Portnoy's Complaint
“Some book. Some movie.”
During a session with his psychoanalyst, Alexander Portnoy rants about everything that is bothering him. His complaints include his childhood and his family with an emphasis on his mother, his sexual fantasies and the problems that he has with women, and his obsessive feelings about his Judaism. Running 101 minutes.
Portnoy's Complaint Cast and Characters
The cast features Richard Benjamin (as Alexander Portnoy), Karen Black (as Mary Jane Reid a.k.a. Monkey), Lee Grant (as Sophie Portnoy), Jack Somack (as Jack Portnoy), and Renée Lippin (as Hannah Portnoy). Their performances are a major reason Portnoy's Complaint has built such a passionate audience.
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Portnoy's Complaint flies under the radar but it deserves your attention. What makes it work is emotional weight that hits where it counts and sharp comedic timing that lands consistently. If you enjoy English storytelling that doesn't follow the same tired beats, this is the kind of film you'll end up recommending to friends.
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How long is Portnoy's Complaint?
Portnoy's Complaint runs for 101 minutes (about 1.7 hours).
Is Portnoy's Complaint good? What's the rating?
Portnoy's Complaint holds a 4.7/10 rating based on 13 reviews — a niche pick worth checking out.
Who is in the cast of Portnoy's Complaint?
The main cast includes Richard Benjamin, Karen Black, Lee Grant, and Jack Somack, plus a strong supporting ensemble.
Is Portnoy's Complaint available in English?
Yes — Portnoy's Complaint was originally produced in English and that's the version you'll stream here on Bowood.TV.
When was Portnoy's Complaint released?
Portnoy's Complaint was released in 1972.
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What is Portnoy's Complaint about?
Portnoy's Complaint is a Comedy/Drama English-language film. During a session with his psychoanalyst, Alexander Portnoy rants about everything that is bothering him. His complaints include his childhood and his family with an emphasis on his mother, his sexual fantasies and the problems that he has with women, and his obsessive feelings about his Judaism.
When was Portnoy's Complaint released?
Portnoy's Complaint was released on June 19, 1972. It has a runtime of 1h 41m. The film was produced by Chenault Productions.
Who stars in Portnoy's Complaint?
Portnoy's Complaint stars Richard Benjamin, Karen Black, Lee Grant and Jack Somack. The full cast list is available in the Cast section above.
Is Portnoy's Complaint available in HD?
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