200 Motels
"Touring makes you crazy," Frank Zappa says, explaining that the idea for this film came to him while the Mothers of Invention were touring. The story, interspersed with performances by the Mothers and the Royal Symphony Orchestra, is a tale of life on the road. The band members' main concerns are the search for groupies and the desire to get paid.
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Movie Details
- Original Title: 200 Motels
- Genres: Fantasy, Comedy, Music
- Release Date: 1971-11-10
- Runtime: 98 minutes
- Rating: 5.274/10 (42 votes)
- Budget: $679,000
- Revenue: $0
- Production Companies: Bizarre Productions, Murakami-Wolf Productions
- Status: Released
- Popularity: 0.5272
- Languages: English
Cast & Crew
Frank Zappa
as Member of Mothers of Invention (uncredited)
Mark Volman
as Member of Mothers of Invention
Howard Kaylan
as Member of Mothers of Invention
Ian Underwood
as Member of Mothers of Invention
Aynsley Dunbar
as Member of Mothers of Invention
George Duke
as Member of Mothers of Invention
Theodore Bikel
as Rance Muhammitz / Dave
Keith Moon
as Hot Nun
Ringo Starr
as Larry the Dwarf / Frank Zappa
Janet Neville-Ferguson
as Groupie #1 (Janet Ferguson)
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Trailers & Clips
200 Motels Movie Trailer Frank Zappa Ringo Starr Mothers of Invention
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is 200 Motels?▼
200 Motels is a Fantasy, Comedy, Music movie directed by . It was released on 1971-11-10.
Who are the main actors in 200 Motels?▼
The main cast includes Frank Zappa, Mark Volman, Howard Kaylan, Ian Underwood, Aynsley Dunbar, .
Where can I watch 200 Motels online?▼
You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if 200 Motels is available.
Is 200 Motels based on a true story?▼
No official confirmation about it being based on a true story.
What is the IMDb rating of 200 Motels?▼
200 Motels has an IMDb rating of 5.274/10 based on 42 votes.
What is the budget and revenue of 200 Motels?▼
The movie had a production budget of $679,000 and earned $0 at the box office.
Who composed the soundtrack for 200 Motels?▼
The soundtrack was composed by Bizarre Productions, Murakami-Wolf Productions. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.
Where was 200 Motels filmed?▼
200 Motels was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.
How long is 200 Motels?▼
The total runtime of 200 Motels is 98 minutes.
Is 200 Motels suitable for kids?▼
The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.
Will there be a sequel to 200 Motels?▼
There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to 200 Motels.
Does 200 Motels have a post-credit scene?▼
Some movies include post-credit scenes. Stay till the end to find out!
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