Mystery Train (1989)
Italian and Japanese comedy film directed by Jim Jarmusch
Mystery Train has a runtime of 1 hour 53 minutes (113 min). In the US it is rated R. The Italian film released on 17 November 1989. It is directed by Jim Jarmusch and stars Masatoshi Nagase, Youki Kudoh and Screamin' Jay Hawkins.
Cast and crew
- Director
- Jim Jarmusch
- Cast
- Masatoshi Nagase, Youki Kudoh, Screamin' Jay Hawkins, Cinqué Lee, Rufus Thomas, Jodie Markell, Nicoletta Braschi, Elizabeth Bracco, Sy Richardson, Tom Noonan, Sara Driver, Joe Strummer
- Cinematography
- Robby Müller
- Music
- John Lurie
- Written by
- Jim Jarmusch
- Production
- JVC, MTI Home Video
- Distribution
- Orion Classics
Box office, awards and more
- Budget
- $2.8 million
- Box office
- $1.54 million
- Set in
- Memphis
- Country
- Japan, United States
Release and where to watch
- In theatres
- 17 November 1989
- First shown
- 14 May 1989 festival or first country
- On OTT
- Not announced yet. We add the platform and date once the makers confirm them.
Can children watch it?
Not meant for children. In the US, under-17s need an adult with them. This is the MPA rating in the US; other countries rate films separately.
Questions people ask
What is the runtime of Mystery Train?
Mystery Train has a runtime of 1 hour 53 minutes, or 113 min.
When did Mystery Train release?
Mystery Train released on 17 November 1989.
Who directed Mystery Train?
Mystery Train is directed by Jim Jarmusch.
Who is in the cast of Mystery Train?
The cast of Mystery Train includes Masatoshi Nagase, Youki Kudoh, Screamin' Jay Hawkins, Cinqué Lee, Rufus Thomas and Jodie Markell.
How much did Mystery Train earn at the box office?
Mystery Train grossed $1.54 million on a budget of $2.8 million.
What is Mystery Train rated in the US?
Mystery Train is rated R by the Motion Picture Association.
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