Fast Forward
“WHEN YOU'VE GOT ONE SHOT AT THE TOP YOU'VE GOT TO MOVE.”
Synopsis
Eight young people from Ohio who are dancers, come to New York, to compete in a major talent competition. But when they get there, they learn that they have to wait some time before they take part in it. So they try to do their best to survive in the Big Apple before competition, and get some lessons about the real World.
Top Cast
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John Scott Clough
Matt Sherman
Don Franklin
Michael Stafford
Tamara Mark
June Wolsky
Tracy Silver
Meryl Stanton
Cindy McGee
Francine Hackett
Gretchen Palmer
Valerie Thompson
Monique Cintron
Rita Diaz
Debra Varnado
Debbie Hughes
Noel Conlon
Mr. Stanton
Karen Kopins
Susan Granger
Irene Worth
Ida Sabol
Sam McMurray
Clem Friedkin
David White
Mr. Sabol
Constance Towers
Jessie Granger
Michael DeLorenzo
Caesar Lopez
Doris Belack
Mrs. Gilroy
Robin Bach
Mark Dalton
Phyllis Ehrlich
Landlady
Release History & Theatrical Window
February 15, 1985
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Sidney Poitier
- Screenplay & Story
- Richard Wesley
- Original Score
- Tom Scott, Jack Hayes
- Original Title
- Fast Forward
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 50m
- Production Studios
- Verdon-Cedric Productions, Tri-Star-Delphi III Productions, Columbia Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Sidney Poitier
Richard Wesley, Timothy March
Tom Scott, Jack Hayes
Matthew F. Leonetti
Harry Keller
John Veitch, Melville Tucker
Department Leadership Roster
Richard Wesley
Screenplay
Sidney Poitier
Director
Eddie Smith
Stunt Coordinator
Matthew F. Leonetti
Director of Photography
Tom Scott
Original Music Composer
Harry Keller
Editor
Jack Hayes
Original Music Composer
John Veitch
Producer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
PG: Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.
International Certification Matrix
Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Fast Forward
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Fast Forward about?
Eight young people from Ohio who are dancers, come to New York, to compete in a major talent competition. But when they get there, they learn that they have to wait some time before they take part in it. So they try to do their best to survive in the Big Apple before competition, and get some lessons about the real World.
Who directed Fast Forward?
Fast Forward was directed by Sidney Poitier.
Who stars in Fast Forward?
The principal cast of Fast Forward includes John Scott Clough, Don Franklin, Tamara Mark, Tracy Silver, Cindy McGee.
When was Fast Forward released and how long is it?
Fast Forward was released in 1985 with a total runtime of 1h 50m.
Who composed the musical score for Fast Forward?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Fast Forward was composed by Tom Scott, Jack Hayes.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Fast Forward?
Fast Forward holds official age classifications: US: PG (Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.).