

Multiple Maniacs
“A celluloid atrocity!”
The Cavalcade of Perversion, a traveling freak show, acts as a front for Divine, who is out for blood after discovering her lover's affair.
Where to watch Multiple Maniacs in United States
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Where is Multiple Maniacs streaming around the world?
| Country | Streaming on | Rent / Buy |
|---|---|---|
| United States | HBO Max Amazon Channel, YouTube TV, Criterion Channel, HBO Max | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies |
| India | Plex | — |
| United Kingdom | Plex | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video |
| Canada | Criterion Channel, Plex | Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube |
| Australia | Plex | Apple TV Store |
| Germany | Plex | — |
| France | Plex | — |
| Spain | Plex | — |
| Brazil | Plex | — |
| Japan | U-NEXT, Plex | — |
About Multiple Maniacs
Multiple Maniacs is a 1970 English-language comedy, crime and horror film directed by John Waters. The cast is led by Divine, David Lochary, Mary Vivian Pearce. It has a runtime of 1h 37m. Viewers rate it 6.2/10 across 100 ratings. In United States, it is currently streaming on HBO Max Amazon Channel, YouTube TV, Criterion Channel.
Multiple Maniacs was produced by Dreamland and made in United States of America. It was released on April 10, 1970, and carries a 18 certification.
- Director
- John Waters
- Writers
- John Waters
- Release date
- April 10, 1970
- Original language
- English
- Age rating
- 18
- Status
- Released
- Country
- United States of America
- Budget
- $0 million
- Production
- Dreamland
Multiple Maniacs cast & crew
Multiple Maniacs was directed by John Waters and written by John Waters.
The cast features Divine as Lady Divine, David Lochary as Mr. David, Mary Vivian Pearce as Bonnie / Cavalcade Patron, Mink Stole as Mink / Cavalcade Patron, Cookie Mueller as Cookie Divine / Cavalcade Patron, and Edith Massey as Edith / Virgin Mary.
Behind the camera, the score was composed by John Waters, cinematography is by John Waters, and it was produced by John Waters.
Is Multiple Maniacs worth watching?
Multiple Maniacs holds an audience score of 6.2/10 from 120 ratings, a solidly received comedy films.
At 1h 37m, it's an easy, time-light watch.
If you enjoy comedy, crime, and horror, Multiple Maniacs is worth a place on your watchlist.
How and where to watch Multiple Maniacs
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Cast of Multiple Maniacs

Divine
Lady Divine

David Lochary
Mr. David

Mary Vivian Pearce
Bonnie / Cavalcade Patron

Mink Stole
Mink / Cavalcade Patron

Cookie Mueller
Cookie Divine / Cavalcade Patron

Edith Massey
Edith / Virgin Mary

Susan Lowe
Cavalcade Pervert
Rick Morrow
Ricky

Howard Gruber
Gilbert

Paul Swift
Steve (Cookie's Boyfriend)
Vincent Peranio
Freak
Jim Thompson
Freak
Multiple Maniacs — FAQs
▸Where can I watch Multiple Maniacs in United States?
Multiple Maniacs is streaming on HBO Max Amazon Channel, YouTube TV, Criterion Channel, HBO Max in United States.
▸Is Multiple Maniacs on HBO Max Amazon Channel?
Yes — Multiple Maniacs is currently available on HBO Max Amazon Channel in United States.
▸What language is Multiple Maniacs in?
Multiple Maniacs is originally in English. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.
▸How long is Multiple Maniacs?
Multiple Maniacs runs 1 hours 37 minutes (97 minutes).
▸What is Multiple Maniacs rated?
Multiple Maniacs is rated 18. It holds a 6.2/10 audience score from 120 ratings.











