Glen or Glenda
"Strange Loves... of those who live and love but can never marry!"
Originally released in 1953. Glen or Glenda is a drama/comedy film. directed by Edward D. Wood Jr.. At just 71 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Bela Lugosi, Edward D. Wood Jr., and Lyle Talbot
Synopsis
A psychiatrist tells two stories: one of a trans woman, the other of a pseudohermaphrodite.
Quick Facts
Release Date
April 1, 1953
72 years ago
Runtime
1h 11m
71 minutes total
User Rating
4.6/10
Mixed (142 votes)
Budget
$20K
Production budget
Box Office
$10.2K
0.5x return
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top Cast
Bela Lugosi
as Scientist
Edward D. Wood Jr.
as Glen / Glenda (as Daniel Davis)
Lyle Talbot
as Inspector Warren
Timothy Farrell
as Dr. Alton / Narrator
Dolores Fuller
as Barbara
'Tommy' Haynes
as Alan / Anne
Charlie Crafts
as Johnny (as Charles Crafts)
Conrad Brooks
as Banker / Reporter / Pickup Artist / Bearded Drag (as Connie Brooks)
Henry Bederski
as Man with Hat and Receding Hairline (uncredited)
Carol Daugherty
as Woman in Nightmare (uncredited)
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
- Budget
- $20,000
- Revenue
- $10,158
Production Companies
- Screen Classics (II)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Glen or Glenda about?
A psychiatrist tells two stories: one of a trans woman, the other of a pseudohermaphrodite.
Who directed Glen or Glenda?
Glen or Glenda was directed by Edward D. Wood Jr..
How long is Glen or Glenda?
Glen or Glenda has a runtime of 1 hours and 11 minutes (71 minutes total).
When was Glen or Glenda released?
Glen or Glenda was released on April 1, 1953 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Glen or Glenda?
The main cast of Glen or Glenda includes Bela Lugosi, Edward D. Wood Jr., Lyle Talbot, Timothy Farrell, Dolores Fuller.
Is Glen or Glenda worth watching?
Glen or Glenda has a user rating of 4.6/10 based on 142 reviews, indicating mixed reception from audiences.