Pump Up the Volume
"TALK HARD. STEAL THE AIR."
Originally released in 1990. Pump Up the Volume is a music/drama film. directed by Allan Moyle.
Starring Christian Slater, Samantha Mathis, and Annie Ross
Synopsis
Mark Hunter, a lonely high school student, uses his shortwave radio to moonlight as the popular pirate DJ "Hard Harry." When his show gets blamed for a teen committing suicide, the students clash with high school faculty and the authorities.
Quick Facts
Release Date
August 22, 1990
35 years ago
Runtime
1h 42m
102 minutes total
User Rating
7.1/10
Great (389 votes)
Box Office
$11.5M
Worldwide gross
Language
English
Original language
Country
Canada
+ 1 more
Director
Top Cast
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
- Revenue
- $11,500,000
Production Companies
- New Line Cinema
- SC Entertainment
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pump Up the Volume about?
Mark Hunter, a lonely high school student, uses his shortwave radio to moonlight as the popular pirate DJ "Hard Harry." When his show gets blamed for a teen committing suicide, the students clash w...
Who directed Pump Up the Volume?
Pump Up the Volume was directed by Allan Moyle.
How long is Pump Up the Volume?
Pump Up the Volume has a runtime of 1 hours and 42 minutes (102 minutes total).
When was Pump Up the Volume released?
Pump Up the Volume was released on August 22, 1990 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Pump Up the Volume?
The main cast of Pump Up the Volume includes Christian Slater, Samantha Mathis, Annie Ross, Scott Paulin, Mimi Kennedy.
Is Pump Up the Volume worth watching?
Pump Up the Volume has a user rating of 7.1/10 based on 389 reviews, indicating very good reception from audiences.