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Tapeheads

Tapeheads

A FAST FORWARD MUSIC COMEDY.

The story of Ivan and Josh, two dimwitted ex-security guards who love music videos. Out of work, with no job prospects, they form a music video production company. They soon learn the ins and outs of the business in LA, and with some help from Mo Fuzz, they soon become hot property. But not all goes smoothly when they try to resurrect the career of their favorite R&B duo, the Swanky Modes.

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Movie Details

  • Original Title: Tapeheads
  • Genres: Comedy, Drama, Music
  • Release Date: 1988-10-21
  • Runtime: 93 minutes
  • Rating: 5.3/10 (58 votes)
  • Budget: $3,000,000
  • Revenue: $343,786
  • Production Companies: Peter McCarthy / Front Films, Pacific Arts Video
  • Status: Released
  • Popularity: 1.4714
  • Languages: English, French, Spanish

Cast & Crew

John Cusack

John Cusack

as Ivan Alexeev

Tim Robbins

Tim Robbins

as Josh Tager

Mary Crosby

Mary Crosby

as Samantha Gregory

Clu Gulager

Clu Gulager

as Norman Mart

Katy Boyer

Katy Boyer

as Belinda Mart

Jessica Walter

Jessica Walter

as Kay Mart

Sam Moore

Sam Moore

as Billy Diamond

Junior Walker

Junior Walker

as Lester Diamond

Susan Tyrrell

Susan Tyrrell

as Nikki Morton

Doug McClure

Doug McClure

as Sid Tager

Gallery

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Trailers & Clips

Tapeheads (1988) - trailer

External Links

Keywords

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Tapeheads?

Tapeheads is a Comedy, Drama, Music movie directed by . It was released on 1988-10-21.

Who are the main actors in Tapeheads?

The main cast includes John Cusack, Tim Robbins, Mary Crosby, Clu Gulager, Katy Boyer, .

Where can I watch Tapeheads online?

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

Is Tapeheads based on a true story?

A FAST FORWARD MUSIC COMEDY.

What is the IMDb rating of Tapeheads?

Tapeheads has an IMDb rating of 5.3/10 based on 58 votes.

What is the budget and revenue of Tapeheads?

The movie had a production budget of $3,000,000 and earned $343,786 at the box office.

Who composed the soundtrack for Tapeheads?

The soundtrack was composed by Peter McCarthy / Front Films, Pacific Arts Video. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.

Where was Tapeheads filmed?

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

How long is Tapeheads?

The total runtime of Tapeheads is 93 minutes.

Is Tapeheads suitable for kids?

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

Will there be a sequel to Tapeheads?

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

Does Tapeheads have a post-credit scene?

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

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