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Crossroads (1986)

โ€œWhere second best never gets a second chance.โ€

7.4/10 ยท 501 votes 1h 39m r RomanceDramaMusicMystery

#16 of 63 films from 1986 #262 of 1371 in romance

Directed by Walter Hill ยท Written by John Fusco

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Overview

A wanna-be blues guitar virtuoso seeks a long-lost song by legendary musician, Robert Johnson.

Cast

Ralph Macchioas Eugene Martone
Joe Senecaas Willie Brown
Jami Gertzas Frances
Joe Mortonas Scratch's Assistant
Robert Juddas Scratch
Steve Vaias Jack Butler
Tim Russas Robert Johnson
Dennis Lipscombas Lloyd
Harry Carey Jr.as Bartender
Otis Tayloras Jookhouse Musician - Lead Guitar
Wally Tayloras O.Z.
Allan Arbusas Dr. Santis
Edward Walshas Harley Terhune
John Hancockas Sheriff Tilford

Facts

Release dateMarch 14, 1986
Runtime99 min (1h 39m) โ€” about the same as the 1986 average of 102 min
GenresRomance, Drama, Music, Mystery
LanguageEN
Box office$5,738,952
IMDbtt0090888

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Questions

How long is Crossroads?
Crossroads runs 99 minutes (1h 39m).
Is Crossroads worth watching?
TMDB users give it 7.4/10 across 501 votes, which places it #16 of 63 films released in 1986 in this index (top 76%) and #262 among 1371 romance titles.
Who directed Crossroads?
Crossroads was directed by Walter Hill. Other well-rated titles by the same director: The Warriors (1979), The Driver (1978), Streets of Fire (1984).
Who stars in Crossroads?
Ralph Macchio as Eugene Martone; Joe Seneca as Willie Brown; Jami Gertz as Frances; Joe Morton as Scratch's Assistant; Robert Judd as Scratch; Steve Vai as Jack Butler.
What is Crossroads rated?
It carries a r certification in its home market. Ratings differ by country.
Where can I watch the trailer for Crossroads?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/26824.

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