Beat Street movie poster

Beat Street

"Takin' the beat to the streets!"

June 8, 1984 1h 45m 6.8/10 (93 votes)

Originally released in 1984. Beat Street is a drama/music film. directed by Stan Lathan.

Starring Guy Davis, Rae Dawn Chong, and Saundra Santiago

Synopsis

An aspiring DJ, from the South Bronx, and his best friend, a promoter, try to get into show business by exposing people to hip-hop music and culture.

Quick Facts

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Release Date June 8, 1984 41 years ago
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Runtime 1h 45m 105 minutes total
User Rating 6.8/10 Good (93 votes)
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Language English Original language
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Country United States of America Production

Director

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
EN

Production Companies

  • Orion Pictures

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Beat Street about?

An aspiring DJ, from the South Bronx, and his best friend, a promoter, try to get into show business by exposing people to hip-hop music and culture.

Who directed Beat Street?

Beat Street was directed by Stan Lathan.

How long is Beat Street?

Beat Street has a runtime of 1 hours and 45 minutes (105 minutes total).

When was Beat Street released?

Beat Street was released on June 8, 1984 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in Beat Street?

The main cast of Beat Street includes Guy Davis, Rae Dawn Chong, Saundra Santiago, Doug E. Fresh, Mary Alice.