Copacabana
“Watch out Meryl! Here comes Barry Manilow: actor.”
In 1948, aspiring songwriter Tony works as a bar pianist; he meets aspiring star Lola, and is immediately smitten. At Manhattan's Copacabana lounge, they both start finding fame. However, fate steps in and she is swept to Havana to work in a splashy nightclub act where she is convinced she will find her stardom. Instead, she finds Rico, a suave gangster and the club owner.
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About Copacabana
Copacabana is a 1985 English-language comedy, music and romance film directed by Waris Hussein. The cast is led by Barry Manilow, Annette O'Toole, Estelle Getty. It has a runtime of 1h 35m.
Copacabana was produced by Stiletto Entertainment and Dick Clark Productions and made in United States of America. It was released on December 3, 1985.
- Director
- Waris Hussein
- Writers
- James Lipton
- Release date
- December 3, 1985
- Original language
- English
- Status
- Released
- Country
- United States of America
- Production
- Stiletto Entertainment, Dick Clark Productions
Copacabana cast & crew
Copacabana was directed by Waris Hussein and written by James Lipton.
The cast features Barry Manilow as Tony Starr, Annette O'Toole as Lola Lamar, Estelle Getty as Bella Stern, James T. Callahan as Dennis Reilly, Andra Akers as Pamela Devereaux, and Silvana Gallardo as Conchita Rivera.
Behind the camera, the score was composed by Barry Manilow, cinematography is by Bobby Byrne, and it was produced by Dick Clark and R.W. Goodwin.
Is Copacabana worth watching?
At 1h 35m, it's an easy, time-light watch.
If you enjoy comedy, music, and romance, Copacabana is worth a place on your watchlist.
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Cast of Copacabana
Barry Manilow
Tony Starr
Annette O'Toole
Lola Lamar
Estelle Getty
Bella Stern
James T. Callahan
Dennis Reilly
Andra Akers
Pamela Devereaux
Silvana Gallardo
Conchita Rivera
Joseph Bologna
Rico Castelli
Ernie Sabella
Sam Gropper
Cliff Osmond
Angelo
Dwier Brown
Bibi Sutton
Stanley Brock
2nd Publisher
Clarence Felder
Nick Panotis
Copacabana — FAQs
▸Where can I watch Copacabana in United States?
Copacabana is not currently available on major streaming services in United States. Availability changes often — check back soon.
▸What language is Copacabana in?
Copacabana is originally in English. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.
▸How long is Copacabana?
Copacabana runs 1 hours 35 minutes (95 minutes).
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