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Eddie and the Cruisers

1983·Movie
1h 35min·PG
48
MediocreGoodWatch score

Eddie and the Cruisers fingerprint

Strong craft, striking style, a touch of humor.

Energy

Calm and low-key

  • Tension6
  • Adrenaline5
  • Fast Pace5

Heart

Nostalgic and romantic

  • Nostalgia8
  • Romance7
  • Melancholy7

Humor

Some sharp wit

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay5
  • Situational Comedy4
  • Dark Humor4

World

Show business, history, and mystery

  • World Immersion7
  • Dialogue Centrality7
  • Rewatchability6

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

  • Intrigue8
  • Direction7
  • Acting7

Style

Standout score

  • Music Centrality9
  • Music Composition8
  • Cinematography7

Who it's for

AdultsDate NightFriends NightPartner WatchPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensComfort WatchDrop-in FriendlyPure EscapismThought-Provoking

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About

Rebel. Rocker. Lover. Idol. Vanished.

A television newswoman picks up the story of a 1960s rock band whose long-lost leader — Eddie Wilson — may still be alive, while searching for the missing tapes of the band's never-released album.
1960s Rock MusicMysteryMissing PersonNostalgicShowbiz DramaPsychological IntrigueMusic-Driven NarrativeCult ClassicRock and Roll

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Questions about Eddie and the Cruisers

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream Eddie and the Cruisers legally?

You can watch it free with ads on Pluto TV, Shout! Factory TV, and YouTube Free. You can also rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and YouTube. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Eddie and the Cruisers worth watching?

48
MediocreGoodWatch score

Reviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 48/100 (IMDb 6.9, Rotten Tomatoes 38%, and Metacritic 51). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Eddie and the Cruisers rated?

PG

It's rated PG in the United States.

How long is Eddie and the Cruisers?

1 h 35 min

Eddie and the Cruisers runs 1 h 35 min.

Do critics and audiences agree on Eddie and the Cruisers?

Critics45
Audiences71

Not quite. Audiences rate Eddie and the Cruisers higher (71) than critics (45). It's more of a crowd-pleaser than a critics' pick.

What language is Eddie and the Cruisers in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch Eddie and the Cruisers?

4CASMUSVA

GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Eddie and the Cruisers in 4 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does Eddie and the Cruisers use?

Breakout Pop HitStorefront Television DisplayNo Communities Were HarmedJoiseyAlmighty JanitorCool CarFlashbackIs That What He Told You?Short-Lived, Big ImpactFlanderizationPosthumous CharacterFaking the Deadand 21 more

TV Tropes lists 33 storytelling tropes for Eddie and the Cruisers, including Breakout Pop Hit, Storefront Television Display, No Communities Were Harmed.