Roxanne: The Prize Pulitzer 1989
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 95 minutes
- Director
- Richard A. Colla
- Network
- Qintex Entertainment
- Where to Stream
- fuboTV
What is Roxanne: The Prize Pulitzer?
Roxanne: The Prize Pulitzer is a 1989 television movie directed by Richard A. Colla that chronicles the marriage of Roxanne Ulrich and Herbert Pulitzer.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 1989
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 95 minutes
- Release date
- Oct 16, 1989
- Original language
- EN
- Origin
- United States of America
- Studios
- Qintex Entertainment
- Genres
- Drama, TV Movie
- Updated
At a glance
- Rating
- ★ TMDB users: 3.7/10 from 3 votes
- Episode runtime
- ~95 minutes
- Status
- Released
- Network
- Qintex Entertainment
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Roxanne: The Prize Pulitzer is a 1989 television movie directed by Richard A. Colla that chronicles the marriage of Roxanne Ulrich and Herbert Pulitzer. The film, which has a runtime of one hour and thirty-five minutes, explores the couple's life in Palm Beach, Florida, during the 1970s and their subsequent high-profile divorce in the 1980s. Chynna Phillips portrays Roxanne Ulrich, while Perry King plays the role of the wealthy publishing heir Herbert Pulitzer. Following a whirlwind courtship, the couple weds and enters a world of fame and scandal. Their relationship eventually deteriorates due to issues involving drug abuse and extramarital affairs. The production also features performances by Courteney Cox, Betsy Russell, and Sondra Blake. The narrative is based on Roxanne Pulitzer's 1987 autobiography, titled Prize Pulitzer: The Scandal That Rocked Palm Beach. Roxanne Pulitzer herself makes an appearance in the film, portraying a guest at a party. The movie was released in the United States on October 16, 1989, and is categorized as a drama.
Should you watch it?
“A whirlwind romance with a publishing heir descends into a scandal-filled nightmare of betrayal and addiction.”
- Features a performance by Courteney Cox
- Based on the real-life autobiography of Roxanne Pulitzer
- Explores the turbulent intersection of celebrity and tabloid scrutiny
- The narrative focuses heavily on the sensationalized aspects of a public divorce
Watch it if you enjoy dramatic portrayals of high-profile celebrity marriages and the fallout of tabloid-worthy scandals.
This is a dramatic television movie with a fast-paced tone that deals with mature themes including substance abuse and infidelity.
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Streaming availability for this title varies by region and platform; please check your local digital movie services for current listings.
Is this film worth watching?
It is worth watching if you are interested in biographical dramas based on real-life celebrity scandals from the 1980s.
How long is the movie?
The film has a total runtime of one hour and thirty-five minutes.
Is this a television series?
No, this is a standalone television movie released in 1989.
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