Name: How to Beat the High Cost of Living
Director: Robert Scheerer
Genre: Comedy, Crime
Released: 1980-01-01
Duration: PT1h 45mM
Rating: 6.0
Cast: Susan Saint James, Jane Curtin, Jessica Lange, Richard Benjamin, Eddie Albert

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What is How to Beat the High Cost of Living (1980) about?

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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.

Question 2

Who stars in How to Beat the High Cost of Living?

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How to Beat the High Cost of Living stars Susan Saint James (Jane), Jane Curtin (Elaine), Jessica Lange (Louise), Richard Benjamin (Albert), Eddie Albert (Max). The film was directed by Robert Scheerer.

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How long is How to Beat the High Cost of Living?

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How to Beat the High Cost of Living has a runtime of 1 min and premiered in 1980. It is rated PG.

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Is How to Beat the High Cost of Living worth watching?

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How to Beat the High Cost of Living holds an IMDb rating of 6.0/10. Fans of Comedy, Crime are most likely to enjoy it — TasteRay can tell you how well it matches your personal taste.

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Where can I watch How to Beat the High Cost of Living?

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