Banana Joe
Synopsis
Island farmer Banana Joe helps the local community by trading his bananas for goods. When gangsters arrive with plans to construct a banana processing plant, Joe kicks them out, but the mob boss discovers that Joe is operating without a license. After the mob tips off the authorities and Joe's boat is impounded, he ventures into a big city for the first time to seek help.
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Bud Spencer Banana Joe Trailer
Type: Trailer • Published 2008-06-15
Top Cast
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Bud Spencer
Banana Joe
Marina Langner
Dorianne
Mario Scarpetta
Juan Villas
Gianfranco Barra
Torcillo
Enzo Garinei
Moreno
Gunther Philipp
Tailor
Giorgio Bracardi
Marquíno
Gisela Hahn
Advertising Announcer
Nello Pazzafini
Torcillo's Truck Driver
Carlo Reali
Police Captain
Salvatore Basile
Pedro
Edy Biagetti
Bar Manager
Giovanni Cianfriglia
Torcillo's Henchman
Benito Pacifico
Torcillo's Henchman
Sergio Smacchi
Torcillo's Henchman
Marcello Verziera
Torcillo's Henchman
James Ordonez
Sergio (uncredited)
Claudio Pacifico
Hitman (uncredited)
Release History & Theatrical Window
March 24, 1982
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Steno
- Screenplay & Story
- Steno, Mario Amendola, Bruno Corbucci, Bud Spencer
- Original Score
- Guido De Angelis, Maurizio De Angelis
- Original Title
- Banana Joe
- Country of Origin
- Germany, Italy
- Spoken Languages
- Italian
- Runtime
- 1h 36m
- Production Studios
- Lisa Film, Derby Cinematografica
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Steno
Steno, Mario Amendola, Bruno Corbucci, Bud Spencer
Guido De Angelis, Maurizio De Angelis
Luigi Kuveiller
Raimondo Crociani
Josi W. Konski, Karl Spiehs
Department Leadership Roster
Steno
Director
Steno
Screenplay
Mario Amendola
Screenplay
Bruno Corbucci
Screenplay
Bud Spencer
Screenplay
Josi W. Konski
Producer
Guido De Angelis
Original Music Composer
Maurizio De Angelis
Original Music Composer
Luigi Kuveiller
Director of Photography
Raimondo Crociani
Editor
Karl Spiehs
Producer
Francesco Bronzi
Production Design
Luciano Sagoni
Costume Design
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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International Certification Matrix
FSK 6 — Restricted to viewers aged 6 and older.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Banana Joe
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What is Banana Joe about?
Island farmer Banana Joe helps the local community by trading his bananas for goods. When gangsters arrive with plans to construct a banana processing plant, Joe kicks them out, but the mob boss discovers that Joe is operating without a license. After the mob tips off the authorities and Joe's boat is impounded, he ventures into a big city for the first time to seek help.
Who directed Banana Joe?
Banana Joe was directed by Steno.
Who stars in Banana Joe?
The principal cast of Banana Joe includes Bud Spencer, Marina Langner, Mario Scarpetta, Gianfranco Barra, Enzo Garinei.
When was Banana Joe released and how long is it?
Banana Joe was released in 1982 with a total runtime of 1h 36m.
Who composed the musical score for Banana Joe?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Banana Joe was composed by Guido De Angelis, Maurizio De Angelis.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Banana Joe?
Banana Joe holds official age classifications: DE: 6 (FSK 6 — Restricted to viewers aged 6 and older.).