Movie

Carnal Knowledge

“Its time has come.”

★ 6.6(224)19711h 38m

Carnal Knowledge is streaming on BFI Player Amazon Channel in United States, and available to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube and Fandango At Home. Availability checked 9 June 2026.

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Good to know

Director: Mike Nichols
Release date: 1971-06-30
Runtime: 1h 38m
Language: English
Box office: $28,623,900
Budget: $5,000,000
Status: Released
Country: United States of America
Studio: AVCO Embassy Pictures

Carnal Knowledge — trailer

About Carnal Knowledge

Carnal Knowledge is a 1971 movie in the Drama, Romance and Comedy genres, directed by Mike Nichols, starring Jack Nicholson, Candice Bergen and Art Garfunkel. It has a runtime of 1 hour 38 minutes. It holds an average rating of 6.6/10 from 224 viewers. Below you can see where to watch Carnal Knowledge in United States — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

Two lifelong friends navigate complex sexual encounters and emotional entanglements, wrestling with societal norms and personal desires.

Cast

Jack Nicholson

Jonathan

Candice Bergen

Susan

Art Garfunkel

Sandy

Ann-Margret

Bobbie

Rita Moreno

Louise

Cynthia O'Neal

Cindy

Carol Kane

Jennifer

Sheri Jackson

Mama

Themes & keywords

infidelitynew york cityeroticismcoming of agefriendsextramarital affairsexual confusionsexual awakeningcollege friendscollege roommatecomedy of manners

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch Carnal Knowledge in United States?+

In United States, you can stream Carnal Knowledge on BFI Player Amazon Channel. It's also available to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube and Fandango At Home.

Is Carnal Knowledge on Netflix?+

Carnal Knowledge is not on Netflix in United States right now, but you can stream it on BFI Player Amazon Channel.

How long is Carnal Knowledge?+

Carnal Knowledge has a runtime of 1 hour 38 minutes (98 minutes).

Who stars in Carnal Knowledge?+

Carnal Knowledge stars Jack Nicholson, Candice Bergen, Art Garfunkel, Ann-Margret and Rita Moreno.

When did Carnal Knowledge come out?+

Carnal Knowledge is a 1971 movie directed by Mike Nichols.

What genre is Carnal Knowledge?+

Carnal Knowledge is Drama, Romance and Comedy film.

Who directed Carnal Knowledge?+

Carnal Knowledge was directed by Mike Nichols.