Roman Candles

Roman Candles

A triple projected trash epic

6.8 1967 28m 3 min read
Comedy

Shot on 8mm, and featuring the introduction of Divine, John Waters' sophomore film is a plotless collage of random incidents involving sex, drugs, religion and The Wizard of Oz, it was shown with an equally random soundtrack mixing “obnoxious radio advertisements, rock 'n' roll and press conferences with Lee Harvey Oswald's mother”. It was shown three times publicly, but never released commercially.

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Top Cast

Divine

Divine

Party Guest / Man with Scarf

M

Mark Isherwood

Man in Bed

David Lochary

David Lochary

Reading Man

M

Mona Montgomery

Bride with Whip / Woman in Bed

Pat Moran

Pat Moran

Party Guest

Mary Vivian Pearce

Mary Vivian Pearce

Woman Attacked by Fan

Bob Skidmore

Bob Skidmore

Man with Electric Fan / Man in Bed

M

Maelcum Soul

Smoking Nun

Mink Stole

Mink Stole

Party Guest

Roman Candles (1967) has become one of the most talked-about comedy films, and this guide covers everything you need before you press play. Directed by John Waters, the project blends comedy into something that lingers long after the credits. Keep scrolling for a spoiler-light synopsis, performance highlights, and streaming details.

Roman Candles plot and story overview

The narrative of Roman Candles unfolds like this: Shot on 8mm, and featuring the introduction of Divine, John Waters' sophomore film is a plotless collage of random incidents involving sex, drugs, religion and The Wizard of Oz, it was shown with an equally random soundtrack mixing “obnoxious radio advertisements, rock 'n' roll and press conferences with Lee Harvey Oswald's mother”. It was shown three times publicly, but never released commercially.

The pacing rewards patient viewers, layering small details that pay off later. The tagline — "A triple projected trash epic" — captures that tone perfectly. For a frame-by-frame breakdown, the dedicated Wikipedia entry and IMDb trivia pages are excellent companions.

Critical reception of Roman Candles

Roman Candles currently holds a 6.8/10 audience score based on 9 ratings, a solid mark that reflects how strongly it connects with its target audience. For a fuller picture, cross-reference scores on IMDb, Rotten Tomatoes, and Metacritic before deciding.

Reviews tend to praise the comedy craftsmanship while debating its more ambitious swings.

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What makes Roman Candles worth watching

If you only have time for a handful of comedy picks, Roman Candles earns a place near the top. Strong visuals, a confident score, and characters you actually care about do the heavy lifting.

At roughly 28 minutes, it respects your schedule while still going deep. Fans on Letterboxd and Rotten Tomatoes repeatedly highlight its rewatch value.

The people behind Roman Candles

Roman Candles is anchored by Divine, Mark Isherwood, David Lochary, and Mona Montgomery, working under the direction of John Waters. Each performance brings a different texture to the film.

Full credits, character details, and behind-the-scenes notes are catalogued on IMDb and TMDB for fans who want to go deeper.

Watch Roman Candles in Hindi (Hindi dubbed)

Looking for Roman Candles Hindi dubbed? This comedy film is among the titles Indian audiences most often search for in a Hindi dub or dual-audio format. On WatchHub you can stream Roman Candles (1967) in HD and switch to a Hindi dubbed track when one is available — free and instant.

Dual-audio releases make global comedy stories accessible to far wider audiences, and Roman Candles is a popular pick.

Should you watch Roman Candles?

Roman Candles is the kind of comedy film that justifies the hype. Backed by a 6.8/10 rating, it's an easy recommendation. Start streaming now and join the conversation in the comments.

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