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The Sterile Cuckoo (1969)

Uptight college freshman Jerry Payne finds a carefree friend in zany Pookie. After an awkward meeting on the bus, Pookie quickly works her way into Jerry's life. She makes an unannounced visit to Jerry's campus, and before long annoyance turns to affection, and friendship turns to romance. But with Pookie's increasingly neurotic behavior, how long can this love affair last?

  • Comedy
  • Drama

Top billed cast

  • Photo of Liza MinnelliLiza MinnelliPookie Adams
  • Photo of Wendell BurtonWendell BurtonJerry Payne
  • Photo of Tim McIntireTim McIntireCharlie Schumacher
  • Photo of Anita AlbertsAnita Alberts(uncredited)
  • Photo of Eric BestEric Best(uncredited)
  • Photo of Chris BugbeeChris BugbeeEddie Roe (uncredited)
  • Photo of Becki DavisBecki Davis(uncredited)
  • Photo of Philip S. DerflerPhilip S. Derfler(uncredited)
  • Photo of Sandy FaisonSandy FaisonNancy Putnam (uncredited)
  • Photo of Mark P. FishMark P. Fish(uncredited)

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