Boardwalk
Synopsis
In this drama, David Rosen and his wife Becky have lived in the same Coney Island neighborhood for nearly all their married life. But the area is not what it used to be, and a gang leader named Strut has decided to make Coney Island his new turf. Strut begins shaking down the merchants in the area, demanding payment for "protection" and using violence to deal with anyone who gets in his way. David refuses to give Strut protection money for the restaurant he owns, and as a result his diner is soon firebombed, while many of his neighbors are attacked and his synagogue is desecrated.
Top Cast
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Ruth Gordon
Becky Rosen
Lee Strasberg
David Rosen
Eli Mintz
Friedman
Eddie Barth
Eli Rosen
Kim Delgado
Strut
Merwin Goldsmith
Charley
Joe Silver
Leo Rosen
Lillian Roth
Ruth
Sammy Cahn
Morris
Janet Leigh
Florence Cohen
Chevi Colton
Vera Rosen
Teri Keane
Betty Rosen
Rashel Novikoff
Sadie
Nat Polen
Dr. Rothbart
Antonia Rey
Carmelita
Michael Robert Murphy
Peter
Forbesy Russell
Marilyn
Harold Gary
Morgenstern
Release History & Theatrical Window
November 14, 1979
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Stephen Verona
- Screenplay & Story
- Leigh Chapman, Stephen Verona
- Original Score
- Michael Kamen, William Fischer, Rob Mounsey, Coleridge-Taylor Perkinson
- Original Title
- Boardwalk
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 38m
- Production Studios
- Travellers Films, Stratford
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Stephen Verona
Leigh Chapman, Stephen Verona
Michael Kamen, William Fischer, Rob Mounsey, Coleridge-Taylor Perkinson
Billy Williams
Thom Noble
George Willoughby
Department Leadership Roster
Stephen Verona
Director
Leigh Chapman
Writer
Stephen Verona
Writer
Billy Williams
Director of Photography
Thom Noble
Editor
Betsy Jones
Costume Design
Glenda Ganis
Production Design
George Willoughby
Producer
Michael Kamen
Original Music Composer
William Fischer
Original Music Composer
Rob Mounsey
Original Music Composer
Coleridge-Taylor Perkinson
Original Music Composer
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for Boardwalk.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Boardwalk
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Boardwalk about?
In this drama, David Rosen and his wife Becky have lived in the same Coney Island neighborhood for nearly all their married life. But the area is not what it used to be, and a gang leader named Strut has decided to make Coney Island his new turf. Strut begins shaking down the merchants in the area, demanding payment for "protection" and using violence to deal with anyone who gets in his way. David refuses to give Strut protection money for the restaurant he owns, and as a result his diner is soon firebombed, while many of his neighbors are attacked and his synagogue is desecrated.
Who directed Boardwalk?
Boardwalk was directed by Stephen Verona.
Who stars in Boardwalk?
The principal cast of Boardwalk includes Ruth Gordon, Lee Strasberg, Eli Mintz, Eddie Barth, Kim Delgado.
When was Boardwalk released and how long is it?
Boardwalk was released in 1979 with a total runtime of 1h 38m.
Who composed the musical score for Boardwalk?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Boardwalk was composed by Michael Kamen, William Fischer, Rob Mounsey, Coleridge-Taylor Perkinson.