

How to Beat the High Cost of Living (1980)
Comedy
- 2h 45m
52 %
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A hilarious new comedy for everyone who ever wanted to give the oil companies gas pains, turn off the power companies lights and make the banks stand in line for a change.
Overview
In order to beat inflation and subsidize their alimony checks, three suburban housewives plot to steal $1 million from a large plastic ball which is displayed in a local shopping center.
Overview
In order to beat inflation and subsidize their alimony checks, three suburban housewives plot to steal $1 million from a large plastic ball which is displayed in a local shopping center.
Top Billed Cast

Susan Saint James
Jane

Jane Curtin
Elaine

Jessica Lange
Louise

Richard Benjamin
Albert

Eddie Albert
Max

Cathryn Damon
Natalie

Dabney Coleman
Jack Heintzel

Fred Willard
Robert

Art Metrano
Gas Station Attendant

Ronnie Schell
Bill Pike
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