Movie

The People Next Door

“A movie as American as Mom's apple pie, Daddy's Scotch-on-the-rocks and little Maxie's hang-ups.”

★ 5.9(19)19701h 33m

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Good to know

Director: David Greene
Release date: 1970-08-26
Runtime: 1h 33m
Language: English
Status: Released
Country: United States of America
Studio: AVCO Embassy Pictures

The People Next Door — trailer

About The People Next Door

The People Next Door is a 1970 movie in the Drama genre, directed by David Greene, starring Eli Wallach, Julie Harris and Deborah Winters. It has a runtime of 1 hour 33 minutes. It holds an average rating of 5.9/10 from 19 viewers. Below you can see where to watch The People Next Door in South Africa — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

A married couple struggle with the realities of their imperfect marriage as they fight to save and rehabilitate their teenage daughter from a life of drug addiction and ultimate committal to a mental ward.

Cast

Eli Wallach

Arthur Mason

Julie Harris

Gerrie Mason

Deborah Winters

Maxie Mason

Cloris Leachman

Tina Hoffman

Hal Holbrook

David Hoffman

Nehemiah Persoff

Dr. Salazar

Mike Kellin

Dr. Margolin

Stephen McHattie

Artie Mason

Don Scardino

Sandy Hoffman

Rue McClanahan

Della

Sandy Alexander

Elliott

Bruce Scott

Jack

Themes & keywords

lsdpsychiatric hospitaldrugs

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch The People Next Door in South Africa?+

The People Next Door is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in South Africa. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is The People Next Door on Netflix?+

The People Next Door is not on Netflix in South Africa right now.

How long is The People Next Door?+

The People Next Door has a runtime of 1 hour 33 minutes (93 minutes).

Who stars in The People Next Door?+

The People Next Door stars Eli Wallach, Julie Harris, Deborah Winters, Cloris Leachman and Hal Holbrook.

When did The People Next Door come out?+

The People Next Door is a 1970 movie directed by David Greene.

What genre is The People Next Door?+

The People Next Door is Drama film.

Who directed The People Next Door?+

The People Next Door was directed by David Greene.