Quadrophenia
“A Way of Life”
Synopsis
Based on the 1973 rock opera album of the same name by The Who, this is the story of 60s teenager Jimmy. At work he slaves in a dead-end job. While after, he shops for tailored suits and rides his scooter as part of the London Mod scene.
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Quadrophenia Trailer (1979)
Type: Trailer • Published 2017-03-14
Top Cast
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Phil Daniels
James Michael 'Jimmy' Cooper
Leslie Ash
Steph
Phil Davis
Chalky
Mark Wingett
Dave
Sting
Ace Face
Ray Winstone
Kevin
Garry Cooper
Peter
Gary Shail
Spider
Toyah Willcox
Monkey
Trevor Laird
Ferdy
Kate Williams
Mother
Michael Elphick
Father
Kim Neve
Yvonne
Benjamin Whitrow
Mr. Fulford
Daniel Peacock
Danny
Jeremy Child
Agency Man
John Phillips
Magistrate
Timothy Spall
Projectionist
Release History & Theatrical Window
Toronto International Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
September 14, 1979
Wide Cinema Exhibition
November 23, 2011
Physical Home Media
Financials & Box Office Performance
Production Budget
$2.5M
Filming & production cost
Worldwide Gross
$1.1M
Total global ticket sales
Box Office Return
0.42x
-$1.4M deficit
Theatrical Status
Budget Return
Box office tier
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Franc Roddam
- Screenplay & Story
- Martin Stellman, Dave Humphries, Franc Roddam
- Original Title
- Quadrophenia
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 2h 0m
- Production Budget
- $2.5M
- Worldwide Gross
- $1.1M
- Production Studios
- Polytel, The Who Films
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Franc Roddam
Martin Stellman, Dave Humphries, Franc Roddam, Alan Fletcher, Pete Townshend, Chris Stamp
Brian Tufano
Mike Taylor, Sean Barton
Roy Baird, Bill Curbishley, Roger Daltrey, John Entwistle, Pete Townshend
Department Leadership Roster
Franc Roddam
Director
Roy Baird
Producer
Martin Stellman
Screenplay
Dave Humphries
Screenplay
Franc Roddam
Screenplay
Brian Tufano
Director of Photography
Mike Taylor
Editor
Sean Barton
Editor
Bill Curbishley
Producer
Simon Holland
Production Design
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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R: Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
International Certification Matrix
FSK 16 — Restricted to viewers aged 16 and older.
Suitable only for 15 years and over.
Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Quadrophenia
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Quadrophenia about?
Based on the 1973 rock opera album of the same name by The Who, this is the story of 60s teenager Jimmy. At work he slaves in a dead-end job. While after, he shops for tailored suits and rides his scooter as part of the London Mod scene.
Who directed Quadrophenia?
Quadrophenia was directed by Franc Roddam.
Who stars in Quadrophenia?
The principal cast of Quadrophenia includes Phil Daniels, Leslie Ash, Phil Davis, Mark Wingett, Sting.
When was Quadrophenia released and how long is it?
Quadrophenia was released in 1979 with a total runtime of 2h 0m.
What was the box office and production budget of Quadrophenia?
Quadrophenia had a reported production budget of $2.5M and grossed $1.1M at the worldwide box office (0.42 return on budget, classified as a underperformed).
What is the age rating and content advisory for Quadrophenia?
Quadrophenia holds official age classifications: CA: R; DE: 16 (FSK 16 — Restricted to viewers aged 16 and older.); GB: 15 (Suitable only for 15 years and over.); US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).