How to Beat the High Cost of Living(1980)
A hilarious new comedy for everyone who ever wanted to give the oil companies gas pains, turn off the power companies lights and make the banks stand in line for a change.
How to Beat the High Cost of Living Synopsis
In order to beat inflation and subsidize their alimony checks, three suburban housewives plot to steal $1 million from a large plastic ball which is displayed in a local shopping center.
How to Beat the High Cost of Living (1980) is a comedy film directed by Robert Scheerer, released on July 11, 1980 with a runtime of 1h 45m. It stars Susan Saint James, Jane Curtin, Jessica Lange and Richard Benjamin. Viewers rate it 5.4 out of 10 across 36 ratings.
- Director:
- Robert Scheerer
- Writers:
- Leonora Thuna, Robert Kaufman
- Producers:
- Robert Kaufman, Jerome M. Zeitman
- Cinematographer:
- James Crabe
- Composer:
- Patrick Williams
- Production:
- Stage III Productions, American International Pictures, Cinema 77, Filmways Pictures
- Status:
- Released
How to Beat the High Cost of Living (1980) Trailer
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How to Beat the High Cost of Living Cast & Crew
Main cast
Susan Saint James
as Jane
Jane Curtin
as Elaine
Jessica Lange
as Louise
Richard Benjamin
as Albert
Eddie Albert
as Max
Cathryn Damon
as Natalie
Dabney Coleman
as Jack Heintzel
Fred Willard
as Robert
Art Metrano
as Gas Station Attendant
Ronnie Schell
as Bill Pike
Michael Bell
as Tom
Sybil Danning
as Charlotte
Key crew
Directed by Robert Scheerer, written by Leonora Thuna and Robert Kaufman, produced by Robert Kaufman and Jerome M. Zeitman.
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How to Beat the High Cost of Living Reviews & Ratings
Average viewer score of 5.4/10 from 36 ratings.
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How to Beat the High Cost of Living – Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch How to Beat the High Cost of Living online?
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How to Beat the High Cost of Living (1980) is available to stream on fuboTV, MGM+ Amazon Channel, Philo, MGM Plus Roku Premium Channel and MGM Plus, and to rent or buy from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube and Fandango At Home. Streaming availability is checked against JustWatch data and can change by region.
Who stars in How to Beat the High Cost of Living?
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The main cast of How to Beat the High Cost of Living (1980) includes Susan Saint James, Jane Curtin, Jessica Lange, Richard Benjamin and Eddie Albert. The film was directed by Robert Scheerer. You can see the full cast and crew list, with character names, further up this page.
When was How to Beat the High Cost of Living released?
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How to Beat the High Cost of Living was released on July 11, 1980 and runs for 1h 45m.
Is How to Beat the High Cost of Living worth watching?
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How to Beat the High Cost of Living (1980) holds an average rating of 5.4 out of 10 from 36 viewer votes, and is a good pick if you enjoy comedy films. Read the viewer reviews on this page to decide for yourself.
Is there a trailer for How to Beat the High Cost of Living?
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