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This Is Spinal Tap

1984·Movie·R·82 min·7.4(1,638)

Prepare to crank those amps up to eleven.

"This Is Spinal Tap" shines a light on the self-contained universe of a metal band struggling to get back on the charts, including everything from its complicated history of ups and downs, gold albums, name changes and undersold concert dates, along with the full host of requisite groupies, promoters, hangers-on and historians, sessions, release events and those special behind-the-scenes moments that keep it all real.

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Where to watch This Is Spinal Tap in United States

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Where is This Is Spinal Tap streaming around the world?

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BrazilAmazon Video
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About This Is Spinal Tap

This Is Spinal Tap is a 1984 English-language comedy and music film directed by Rob Reiner. The cast is led by Christopher Guest, Michael McKean, Harry Shearer. It has a runtime of 1h 22m. Viewers rate it 7.4/10 across 1600 ratings. In United States, it is currently streaming on HBO Max Amazon Channel, YouTube TV, HBO Max.

This Is Spinal Tap was produced by Spinal Tap Prod., Embassy Films Associates, and Embassy Pictures and made in United States of America. It was released on March 2, 1984, and carries a R certification. Made on a budget of about $3 million, it went on to gross $6 million worldwide.

Director
Rob Reiner
Writers
Michael McKean, Rob Reiner, Christopher Guest
Release date
March 2, 1984
Original language
English
Age rating
R
Status
Released
Country
United States of America
Budget
$3 million
Box office
$6 million
Production
Spinal Tap Prod., Embassy Films Associates, Embassy Pictures
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This Is Spinal Tap cast & crew

This Is Spinal Tap was directed by Rob Reiner and written by Michael McKean, Rob Reiner, and Christopher Guest.

The cast features Christopher Guest as Nigel Tufnel, Michael McKean as David St. Hubbins, Harry Shearer as Derek Smalls, Rob Reiner as Marty DiBergi, June Chadwick as Jeanine Pettibone, and Tony Hendra as Ian Faith.

Behind the camera, the score was composed by Harry Shearer, cinematography is by Peter Smokler, and it was produced by Karen Murphy.

Is This Is Spinal Tap worth watching?

This Is Spinal Tap holds an audience score of 7.4/10 from 1,638 ratings, marking it as well-reviewed comedy films.

At 1h 22m, it's an easy, time-light watch.

If you enjoy comedy and music, This Is Spinal Tap is worth a place on your watchlist.

How and where to watch This Is Spinal Tap

In United States, you can stream This Is Spinal Tap on HBO Max Amazon Channel, YouTube TV, HBO Max, and Kanopy, or rent and buy it on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and YouTube. Click any service above to open it directly.

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Cast of This Is Spinal Tap

Christopher Guest

Christopher Guest

Nigel Tufnel

Michael McKean

Michael McKean

David St. Hubbins

Harry Shearer

Harry Shearer

Derek Smalls

Rob Reiner

Rob Reiner

Marty DiBergi

June Chadwick

June Chadwick

Jeanine Pettibone

Tony Hendra

Tony Hendra

Ian Faith

Bruno Kirby

Bruno Kirby

Tommy Pischedda

Ed Begley Jr.

Ed Begley Jr.

John 'Stumpy' Pepys

Paul Benedict

Paul Benedict

Tucker 'Smitty' Brown

Zane Buzby

Zane Buzby

Rolling Stone Reporter

Billy Crystal

Billy Crystal

Morty the Mime

Howard Hesseman

Howard Hesseman

Terry Ladd

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This Is Spinal Tap — FAQs

Where can I watch This Is Spinal Tap in United States?

This Is Spinal Tap is streaming on HBO Max Amazon Channel, YouTube TV, HBO Max, Kanopy in United States.

Is This Is Spinal Tap on HBO Max Amazon Channel?

Yes — This Is Spinal Tap is currently available on HBO Max Amazon Channel in United States.

What language is This Is Spinal Tap in?

This Is Spinal Tap is originally in English, with audio tracks including English, Japanese. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.

How long is This Is Spinal Tap?

This Is Spinal Tap runs 1 hours 22 minutes (82 minutes).

What is This Is Spinal Tap rated?

This Is Spinal Tap is rated R. It holds a 7.4/10 audience score from 1,638 ratings.

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