Happy Hour
“Let the party begin!”
Synopsis
A chemist experimenting with different formulas stumbles upon an ingredient that, when added to beer, makes it absolutely irresistible. Before he realizes it, an international spy is after him to try to get the formula for himself.
Top Cast
Explore Star Directory →Jim Parrott
Barbarian Leader
Richard Gilliland
Blakely
Kathi Diamant
Cathy Teegarden
James Newell
Jack Marshall
Herb Kronsberg
Jenkins
Debi Fares
Ms. Shepard
Eddie Deezen
Hancock
Rich Little
Mr. X
Jamie Farr
Crummy Fred
Tawny Kitaen
Misty Roberts
Mary M. Egan
Old Woman
Nigel Barber
Marshall Beer
John Ara Martin
Lakeside Security Guard #1
Deborah Gates
Meredith Casey
Arnie Miller
Tinker
D.J. Sullivan
Fred's Neighbor
Stephen Andrich
Steve Andrich
Ty Henderson
Bill
Release History & Theatrical Window
May 1, 1987
Wide Cinema Exhibition
December 23, 1986
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- John De Bello
- Screenplay & Story
- J. Stephen Peace, John De Bello, Costa Dillon
- Original Score
- Lawrence Czoka, Rick Patterson, Neal Fox
- Original Title
- Happy Hour
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 28m
- Production Studios
- TMS Pictures, Four Square Productions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
John De Bello
J. Stephen Peace, John De Bello, Costa Dillon
Lawrence Czoka, Rick Patterson, Neal Fox
Kevin Morrisey
John De Bello
J. Stephen Peace, John De Bello
Department Leadership Roster
John De Bello
Director
J. Stephen Peace
Producer
Kevin Morrisey
Director of Photography
John De Bello
Producer
John De Bello
Editor
J. Stephen Peace
Writer
John De Bello
Writer
Costa Dillon
Writer
Monty Jordan
Stunt Coordinator
Rick Patterson
Original Music Composer
Neal Fox
Original Music Composer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
R: Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
International Certification Matrix
Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About Happy Hour
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Happy Hour about?
A chemist experimenting with different formulas stumbles upon an ingredient that, when added to beer, makes it absolutely irresistible. Before he realizes it, an international spy is after him to try to get the formula for himself.
Who directed Happy Hour?
Happy Hour was directed by John De Bello.
Who stars in Happy Hour?
The principal cast of Happy Hour includes Jim Parrott, Richard Gilliland, Kathi Diamant, James Newell, Herb Kronsberg.
When was Happy Hour released and how long is it?
Happy Hour was released in 1987 with a total runtime of 1h 28m.
Who composed the musical score for Happy Hour?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Happy Hour was composed by Lawrence Czoka, Rick Patterson, Neal Fox.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Happy Hour?
Happy Hour holds official age classifications: US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).