Absolute Beginners (1986)
English musical film directed by Julien Temple
Film facts
- Runtime
- 1h 46m 106 min
- Released
- 18 April 1986
- Language
- English
Runtime from public film data. Ratings are added as boards issue them.
Absolute Beginners has a runtime of 1 hour 46 minutes (106 min). The English film released on 18 April 1986. It is directed by Julien Temple and stars Patsy Kensit, David Bowie and James Fox.
Cast and crew
- Director
- Julien Temple
- Cast
- Patsy Kensit, David Bowie, James Fox, Ray Davies, Mandy Rice-Davies, Sade Adu, Edward Tudor-Pole, Bruce Payne, Irene Handl, Steven Berkoff, Anita Morris, Paul Rhys
- Cinematography
- Oliver Stapleton
- Editing
- Gerry Hambling
- Music
- David Bowie
- Written by
- Richard Burridge
- Produced by
- Chris Brown
- Production
- Goldcrest Films, Virgin Films
- Distribution
- Medusa Film, Netflix
Box office, awards and more
- Set in
- London
- Country
- Australia, United Kingdom
Release and where to watch
- In theatres
- 18 April 1986
- On OTT
- Netflix date not announced
Questions people ask
What is the runtime of Absolute Beginners?
Absolute Beginners has a runtime of 1 hour 46 minutes, or 106 min.
When did Absolute Beginners release?
Absolute Beginners released on 18 April 1986.
Who directed Absolute Beginners?
Absolute Beginners is directed by Julien Temple.
Who is in the cast of Absolute Beginners?
The cast of Absolute Beginners includes Patsy Kensit, David Bowie, James Fox, Ray Davies, Mandy Rice-Davies and Sade Adu.
Where can I watch Absolute Beginners online?
Absolute Beginners streams on Netflix.
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