Detroit Rock City
“Kiss the rules goodbye.”
In 1978, a Kiss concert was an epoch-making event. For the four teen fans in Detroit Rock City getting tickets to the sold-out show becomes the focal point of their existence. They'll do anything for tickets -- compete in a strip club's amateur-night contest, take on religious protesters, even rob a convenience store!
Where to watch Detroit Rock City in United States
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Where is Detroit Rock City streaming around the world?
| Country | Streaming on | Rent / Buy |
|---|---|---|
| United States | — | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies |
| India | — | Amazon Video |
| United Kingdom | — | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies |
| Canada | — | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies |
| Australia | — | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies |
| Germany | — | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video |
| France | — | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video |
| Spain | — | Rakuten TV, Amazon Video |
| Brazil | — | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video |
| Japan | U-NEXT, HBO Max on U-Next | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies |
About Detroit Rock City
Detroit Rock City is a 1999 English-language comedy, music and adventure film directed by Adam Rifkin. The cast is led by Giuseppe Andrews, James DeBello, Edward Furlong. It has a runtime of 1h 35m. Viewers rate it 6.8/10 across 500 ratings. In United States, it is available to rent or buy on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store.
Detroit Rock City was produced by Corrupter Production Service Ltd., New Line Cinema, and Takoma Entertainment and made in United States of America and Canada. It was released on August 13, 1999, and carries a R certification. Made on a budget of about $7 million, it went on to gross $4 million worldwide.
- Director
- Adam Rifkin
- Writers
- Carl V. Dupré
- Release date
- August 13, 1999
- Original language
- English
- Age rating
- R
- Status
- Released
- Country
- United States of America, Canada
- Budget
- $7 million
- Box office
- $4 million
- Production
- Corrupter Production Service Ltd., New Line Cinema, Takoma Entertainment
Detroit Rock City cast & crew
Detroit Rock City was directed by Adam Rifkin and written by Carl V. Dupré.
The cast features Giuseppe Andrews as Lex, James DeBello as Trip Hurudie, Edward Furlong as Hawk, Sam Huntington as Jeremiah 'Jam' Bruce, Lin Shaye as Mrs. Bruce, and Melanie Lynskey as Beth Bumsteen.
Behind the camera, the score was composed by J. Peter Robinson, cinematography is by John R. Leonetti, and it was produced by Kathleen Haase and Barry Levine.
Is Detroit Rock City worth watching?
Detroit Rock City holds an audience score of 6.8/10 from 453 ratings, a solidly received comedy films.
At 1h 35m, it's an easy, time-light watch.
If you enjoy comedy, music, and adventure, Detroit Rock City is worth a place on your watchlist.
How and where to watch Detroit Rock City
Detroit Rock City isn't on a subscription service in United States right now, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and YouTube.
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Cast of Detroit Rock City
Giuseppe Andrews
Lex
James DeBello
Trip Hurudie
Edward Furlong
Hawk
Sam Huntington
Jeremiah 'Jam' Bruce
Lin Shaye
Mrs. Bruce
Melanie Lynskey
Beth Bumsteen
Natasha Lyonne
Christine
Shannon Tweed
Amanda Finch
Emmanuelle Chriqui
Barbara
Kristin Booth
Cashier
Joe Flaherty
Father Phillip McNulty
Matthew G. Taylor
Chongo
Detroit Rock City — FAQs
▸Where can I watch Detroit Rock City in United States?
Detroit Rock City is not on subscription streaming in United States right now, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies.
▸What language is Detroit Rock City in?
Detroit Rock City is originally in English. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.
▸How long is Detroit Rock City?
Detroit Rock City runs 1 hours 35 minutes (95 minutes).
▸What is Detroit Rock City rated?
Detroit Rock City is rated R. It holds a 6.8/10 audience score from 453 ratings.
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