Claudine(1974)
“A heart and soul comedy. Can you dig it?”
Overview
Claudine is a single mother in New York City who endures an exhausting commute to the suburbs where she works as a maid for wealthy families. In one carefully tended white community, she meets Roop, a charismatic but irresponsible garbage collector. Romance quickly ensues, but Claudine doubts that their relationship is good for her six children, and Rupert, despite his good nature, is reluctant to take on fatherhood.
Director
John Berry
Studio
20th Century Fox
Cast
Diahann Carroll
as Claudine Price
James Earl Jones
as Rupert D. "Roop" Marshall
Lawrence Hilton-Jacobs
as Charles
Tamu Blackwell
as Charlene
David Krüger
as Paul
Yvette Curtis
as Patrice
Eric Jones
as Francis
Socorro Stephens
as Lurlene
Adam Wade
as Owen
C. Harrison Avery
as Minister
Mordecai Lawner
as Process Server
Elisa Loti
as Miss Kabac
Where to Watch
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Movie Facts
Release Year
1974
Runtime
1h 32m
Language
English
Rating
7.1 / 10
Production Companies
20th Century Fox • Third World Cinema
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Where can I watch Claudine?▼
Check the "Where to Watch" section above for current streaming platforms, rental options, and purchase links for Claudine (1974).
What is Claudine about?▼
Claudine is a single mother in New York City who endures an exhausting commute to the suburbs where she works as a maid for wealthy families. In one carefully tended white community, she meets Roop, a charismatic but irresponsible garbage collector. Romance quickly ensues, but Claudine doubts that their relationship is good for her six children, and Rupert, despite his good nature, is reluctant to take on fatherhood.
Who directed Claudine?▼
Claudine was directed by John Berry and released in 1974. It is a drama, romance, comedy film.
How long is Claudine?▼
Claudine has a runtime of 1 hours and 32 minutes (92 minutes total).
Who stars in Claudine?▼
The cast of Claudine includes Diahann Carroll as Claudine Price, James Earl Jones as Rupert D. "Roop" Marshall, Lawrence Hilton-Jacobs as Charles, Tamu Blackwell as Charlene, David Krüger as Paul and more.
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