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Ishtar

Ishtar

Telling the truth can be dangerous business.

Two terrible lounge singers get booked to play a gig in a Moroccan hotel but somehow become pawns in an international power play between the CIA, the Emir of Ishtar, and the rebels trying to overthrow his regime.

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Movie Details

  • Original Title: Ishtar
  • Genres: Comedy, Adventure
  • Release Date: 1987-05-15
  • Runtime: 107 minutes
  • Rating: 4.5/10 (155 votes)
  • Budget: $51,000,000
  • Revenue: $14,375,181
  • Production Companies: Columbia Pictures, Delphi V
  • Status: Released
  • Popularity: 0.4459
  • Languages: English

Cast & Crew

Warren Beatty

Warren Beatty

as Lyle Rogers

Dustin Hoffman

Dustin Hoffman

as Chuck Clarke

Isabelle Adjani

Isabelle Adjani

as Shirra Assel

Charles Grodin

Charles Grodin

as Jim Harrison

Jack Weston

Jack Weston

as Marty Freed

Tess Harper

Tess Harper

as Willa

Carol Kane

Carol Kane

as Carol

Aharon Ipalé

Aharon Ipalé

as Emir Yousef

Fijad Hageb

Fijad Hageb

as Abdul

David Margulies

David Margulies

as Mr. Clarke

Gallery

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Trailers & Clips

Ishtar (1987) Trailer #1 | Movieclips Classic Trailers

Official Trailer

Ishtar | Telling the Truth Can Be Dangerous Business

External Links

Keywords

escapefbimoroccowildernesscamelsahara desertbeautiful womansingersinger-songwriterbuddy comedywoman directorgeopoliticsadventure comedyfictional city

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Ishtar?

Ishtar is a Comedy, Adventure movie directed by . It was released on 1987-05-15.

Who are the main actors in Ishtar?

The main cast includes Warren Beatty, Dustin Hoffman, Isabelle Adjani, Charles Grodin, Jack Weston, .

Where can I watch Ishtar online?

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

Is Ishtar based on a true story?

Telling the truth can be dangerous business.

What is the IMDb rating of Ishtar?

Ishtar has an IMDb rating of 4.5/10 based on 155 votes.

What is the budget and revenue of Ishtar?

The movie had a production budget of $51,000,000 and earned $14,375,181 at the box office.

Who composed the soundtrack for Ishtar?

The soundtrack was composed by Columbia Pictures, Delphi V. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.

Where was Ishtar filmed?

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

How long is Ishtar?

The total runtime of Ishtar is 107 minutes.

Is Ishtar suitable for kids?

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

Will there be a sequel to Ishtar?

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

Does Ishtar have a post-credit scene?

Some movies include post-credit scenes. Stay till the end to find out!

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