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197299 minDrama

Play It as It Lays

Is Play It as It Lays a Hit or Flop?

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Is Play It as It Lays worth watching? With a rating of 5.9/10, this Drama film is a mixed-bag for fans of the genre. Read on for our detailed analysis and user reviews.

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Play It as It Lays Synopsis

Burned-out B-movie actress Maria, depressed and frustrated with her loveless marriage to an ambitious film director, Carter Lang, who would rather work on his career than on his relationship with her, numbs herself with drugs and sex with strangers. Only her friendship with a sensitive gay movie producer, B.Z., offers a semblance of solace. But even that relationship proves to be fleeting amidst the empty decadence of Hollywood.

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Top Cast

Tuesday Weld
Tuesday WeldMaria Wyeth Lang
Anthony Perkins
Anthony PerkinsB.Z.
Adam Roarke
Adam RoarkeCarter Lang
Tammy Grimes
Tammy GrimesHelene
Ruth Ford
Ruth FordCarlotta
Eddie Firestone
Eddie FirestoneBenny Austin
Diana Ewing
Diana EwingSusannah
Paul Lambert
Paul LambertLarry Kulik
Chuck McCann
Chuck McCannAbortionist's Assistant
Severn Darden
Severn DardenHypnotist

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Play It as It Lays worth watching?

Play It as It Lays has received mixed reviews with a 5.9/10 rating. It might be worth watching if you're a fan of Drama movies.

Is Play It as It Lays hit or flop?

Play It as It Lays has received average ratings (5.9/10), performing moderately with audiences.

What genre is Play It as It Lays?

Play It as It Lays is a Drama movie that Burned-out B-movie actress Maria, depressed and frustrated with her loveless marriage to an ambitious film director, Carter Lang, who would rather wor...

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