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Showbands

2005Movie1 h 40 min

Drama
81
GreatGoodWatch score
IMDb7.2
81
GreatGoodWatch score
IMDb7.2

Summary

It's Ireland in the 1960s and showbands and ballrooms are big business. However, Tony is struggling to repay his bank loan and is in danger of losing his ballroom. In order to save it, he sets out to turn unknown female performer Denise into a superstar practically overnight.

Good for

  • Date night
  • Family movie night
  • Friends night

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Crew

Directed by
Ian Fitzgibbon
Written by
John Moloney
Music by
John McPhillips

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Facts

January 2, 2005 · 1 h 40 min · Drama

Released
January 2, 2005
Runtime
1 h 40 min
Genres
Drama
Original language
English
Also spoken
Irish
Made in
Ireland
Budget
$3 million

Q&A

4 questions, like "Is Showbands worth watching?"

Questions about Showbands

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Is Showbands worth watching?

81
GreatGoodWatch score

Yes, it's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 81 (IMDb 7.2).

Is Showbands okay for kids?

Yes: the viewing guide lists it for family nights.

Can I half-watch Showbands?

Easy watchDemanding

Yes: it's easy to follow, with complexity at only 5 of 10, and the viewing guide calls it drop-in friendly.

Is Showbands good for date night?

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Yes: romance is 6 of 10, and the viewing guide lists it for date night.