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Backbeat

Backbeat

5 guys. 4 legends. 3 lovers. 2 friends. 1 band.

Chronicles the early days of The Beatles in Hamburg, Germany. The film focuses primarily on the relationship between Stuart Sutcliffe, John Lennon, and Sutcliffe's girlfriend Astrid Kirchherr.

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Movie Details

  • Original Title: Backbeat
  • Genres: Drama, Music
  • Release Date: 1994-04-01
  • Runtime: 100 minutes
  • Rating: 6.1/10 (106 votes)
  • Budget: $0
  • Revenue: $0
  • Production Companies: Film4 Productions, PolyGram Filmed Entertainment, The Rank Organisation, Senator Film
  • Status: Released
  • Popularity: 0.7917
  • Languages: German, French, Hungarian, English, Russian

Cast & Crew

Stephen Dorff

Stephen Dorff

as Stuart Sutcliffe

Ian Hart

Ian Hart

as John Lennon

Sheryl Lee

Sheryl Lee

as Astrid Kirchherr

Gary Bakewell

Gary Bakewell

as Paul McCartney

Chris O'Neill

Chris O'Neill

as George Harrison

Scot Williams

Scot Williams

as Pete Best

Paul Duckworth

Paul Duckworth

as Ringo Starr

Kai Wiesinger

Kai Wiesinger

as Klaus Voormann

Jennifer Ehle

Jennifer Ehle

as Cynthia Powell

Rob Spendlove

Rob Spendlove

as Arthur Ballard

Gallery

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Trailers & Clips

35mm Screenings | Interview with Director Iain Softley

Backbeat (1994) ORIGINAL TRAILER [HQ]

External Links

Keywords

guitarred-light districtstuart sutcliffeboyfriend girlfriend relationshipriver elbehamburg, germanyphotoreeperbahn

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Backbeat?

Backbeat is a Drama, Music movie directed by . It was released on 1994-04-01.

Who are the main actors in Backbeat?

The main cast includes Stephen Dorff, Ian Hart, Sheryl Lee, Gary Bakewell, Chris O'Neill, .

Where can I watch Backbeat online?

You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if Backbeat is available.

Is Backbeat based on a true story?

5 guys. 4 legends. 3 lovers. 2 friends. 1 band.

What is the IMDb rating of Backbeat?

Backbeat has an IMDb rating of 6.1/10 based on 106 votes.

What is the budget and revenue of Backbeat?

The movie had a production budget of $0 and earned $0 at the box office.

Who composed the soundtrack for Backbeat?

The soundtrack was composed by Film4 Productions, PolyGram Filmed Entertainment, The Rank Organisation, Senator Film. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.

Where was Backbeat filmed?

Backbeat was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.

How long is Backbeat?

The total runtime of Backbeat is 100 minutes.

Is Backbeat suitable for kids?

The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.

Will there be a sequel to Backbeat?

There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to Backbeat.

Does Backbeat have a post-credit scene?

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