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Mystery Train (1989)
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In Memphis, Tennessee, over the course of a single night, the Arcade Hotel, run by an eccentric night clerk and a clueless bellboy, is visited by a young Japanese couple traveling in search of the roots of rock; an Italian woman in mourning who stumbles upon a fleeing charlatan girl; and a comical trio of accidental thieves looking for a place to hide.
Cast
Youki Kudohas Mitsuko
Masatoshi Nagaseas Jun
Screamin' Jay Hawkinsas Night Clerk
Cinqué Leeas Bellboy
Nicoletta Braschias Luisa
Elizabeth Braccoas Dee Dee
Joe Strummeras Johnny
Rick Avilesas Will Robinson
Steve Buscemias Charlie
Tom Noonanas Man in Diner
Rufus Thomasas Man in Station
Tom Waitsas Radio DJ (voice)
Jodie Markellas Sun Studio Guide
William Hochas Tourist #1
Facts
| Release date | September 6, 1989 |
| Runtime | 106 min (1h 46m) — about the same as the 1989 average of 103 min |
| Genres | Comedy |
| Language | EN |
| Budget | $2,800,000 |
| Box office | $1,544,973 (0.6× budget) |
| IMDb | tt0097940 |
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Night on Earth1991 · ★ 7.5 · 2h 9m
Down by Law1986 · ★ 7.4 · 1h 46m
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Only Lovers Left Alive2013 · ★ 7.2 · 2h 3m
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Questions
How long is Mystery Train?
Mystery Train runs 106 minutes (1h 46m).
Is Mystery Train worth watching?
TMDB users give it 7.3/10 across 538 votes, which places it #15 of 70 films released in 1989 in this index (top 80%) and #462 among 2885 comedy titles.
Who directed Mystery Train?
Mystery Train was directed by Jim Jarmusch. Other well-rated titles by the same director: Night on Earth (1991), Down by Law (1986), Ghost Dog: The Way of the Samurai (1999).
Who stars in Mystery Train?
Youki Kudoh as Mitsuko; Masatoshi Nagase as Jun; Screamin' Jay Hawkins as Night Clerk; Cinqué Lee as Bellboy; Nicoletta Braschi as Luisa; Elizabeth Bracco as Dee Dee.
What is Mystery Train rated?
It carries a r certification in its home market. Ratings differ by country.
Where can I watch the trailer for Mystery Train?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/21032.