A Woman Under the Influence (1974)
Kernel Score: 88% · 551 ratings · Rated R
Genres: Drama, Romance
Released: 1974-11-18
Runtime: 155 minutes
Where to watch A Woman Under the Influence
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US availability, updated 2026-10-23.
Overview
Mabel Longhetti, desperate and lonely, is married to a Los Angeles municipal construction worker, Nick. Increasingly unstable, especially in the company of others, she craves happiness, but her extremely volatile behavior convinces Nick that she poses a danger to their family and decides to commit her to an institution for six months. Alone with a trio of kids to raise on his own, he awaits her return, which holds more than a few surprises.
A Woman Under the Influence parents' guide: ages 15+
Parents need to know that A Woman Under the Influence is an R-rated drama depicting a woman's mental breakdown and its toll on her family.
Fresh Kernels AI-assessed from the official R rating, publicly documented content. A guide for families, not an official rating.
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Cast
- Gena Rowlands as Mabel Longhetti
- Peter Falk as Nick Longhetti
- Fred Draper as George Mortensen
- Lady Rowlands as Martha Mortensen
- Katherine Cassavetes as Margaret Longhetti
- Matthew Labyorteaux as Angelo Longhetti
- Matthew Cassel as Tony Longhetti
- Christina Grisanti as Maria Longhetti
- George Dunn as Garson Cross
- Mario Gallo as Harold Jensen
A Woman Under the Influence FAQ
Is A Woman Under the Influence good?
A Woman Under the Influence has an 88% Kernel Score on Fresh Kernels from 551 audience ratings.
Where can I watch A Woman Under the Influence?
In the US you can stream A Woman Under the Influence on HBO Max and rent it from Prime Video, Apple TV and Fandango At Home.
Is A Woman Under the Influence OK for kids?
A Woman Under the Influence is rated R. Fresh Kernels suggests ages 15+. Parents need to know that A Woman Under the Influence is an R-rated drama depicting a woman's mental breakdown and its toll on her family.
What movies are like A Woman Under the Influence?
If you liked A Woman Under the Influence, try Doing Life, Requiem for a Dream, Faces and The Reader.