My Own Private Idaho
Wherever, whatever, have a nice day.
In this loose adaptation of Shakespeare's "Henry IV," Mike Waters is a hustler afflicted with narcolepsy. Scott Favor is the rebellious son of a mayor. Together, the two travel from Portland, Oregon to Idaho and finally to the coast of Italy in a quest to find Mike's estranged mother. Along the way they turn tricks for money and drugs, eventually attracting the attention of a wealthy benefactor and sexual deviant.
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Movie Details
- Original Title: My Own Private Idaho
- Genres: Drama
- Release Date: 1991-02-01
- Runtime: 104 minutes
- Rating: 7.062/10 (1153 votes)
- Budget: $2,500,000
- Revenue: $6,400,000
- Production Companies: New Line Cinema, Fine Line Features
- Status: Released
- Popularity: 3.2928
- Languages: English, German, Italian
Cast & Crew
River Phoenix
as Mike Waters
Keanu Reeves
as Scott Favor
James Russo
as Richard Waters
William Richert
as Bob Pigeon
Rodney Harvey
as Gary
Chiara Caselli
as Carmella
Michael Parker
as Digger
Jessica Makinson
as Denise
Flea
as Budd
Grace Zabriskie
as Alena
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My Own Private Idaho - Trailer (Criterion Remaster)
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is My Own Private Idaho?▼
My Own Private Idaho is a Drama movie directed by . It was released on 1991-02-01.
Who are the main actors in My Own Private Idaho?▼
The main cast includes River Phoenix, Keanu Reeves, James Russo, William Richert, Rodney Harvey, .
Where can I watch My Own Private Idaho online?▼
You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if My Own Private Idaho is available.
Is My Own Private Idaho based on a true story?▼
Wherever, whatever, have a nice day.
What is the IMDb rating of My Own Private Idaho?▼
My Own Private Idaho has an IMDb rating of 7.062/10 based on 1153 votes.
What is the budget and revenue of My Own Private Idaho?▼
The movie had a production budget of $2,500,000 and earned $6,400,000 at the box office.
Who composed the soundtrack for My Own Private Idaho?▼
The soundtrack was composed by New Line Cinema, Fine Line Features. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.
Where was My Own Private Idaho filmed?▼
My Own Private Idaho was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.
How long is My Own Private Idaho?▼
The total runtime of My Own Private Idaho is 104 minutes.
Is My Own Private Idaho suitable for kids?▼
The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.
Will there be a sequel to My Own Private Idaho?▼
There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to My Own Private Idaho.
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