The Gig
“A dream come true...”
Synopsis
Six amateur musicians accept an offer to play a 2-week gig in the Catskills. When the bass player suddenly falls ill, they recruit a genuine pro to fill in. As they embark on the opportunity of a lifetime, dreams and reality begin to collide.
Top Cast
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Wayne Rogers
Marty Flynn
Cleavon Little
Marshall WIlson
Jerry Matz
Aaron Wohl
Daniel Nalbach
Arthur Winslow
Warren Vaché
Gil Macrae
Joe Silver
Abe Mitgang
Jay Thomas
Rick Valentine
Stan Lachow
George Pappas
Celia Bressack
Lucy
Georgia Harrell
The Blonde
Michael Fischetti
Vincent Amatri
Susan Egbert
Laura Macrae
Karen Ashley
Janet Larmon
Virginia Downing
Mrs. Winslow
Virginia Downing
The Driver
Annie Korzen
Miss Gresh
Nancy Parker
Nancy Parker
Director
Release History & Theatrical Window
November 25, 1985
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Frank D. Gilroy
- Screenplay & Story
- Frank D. Gilroy
- Original Score
- Warren Vaché
- Original Title
- The Gig
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 32m
- Production Studios
- The Gig Company
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Frank D. Gilroy
Frank D. Gilroy
Warren Vaché
Jeri Sopanen
Rick Shaine
Norman I. Cohen, Frank D. Gilroy
Department Leadership Roster
Frank D. Gilroy
Director
Frank D. Gilroy
Writer
Norman I. Cohen
Producer
Warren Vaché
Original Music Composer
Rick Shaine
Editor
Frank D. Gilroy
Producer
Jeri Sopanen
Director of Photography
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for The Gig.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Gig
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What is The Gig about?
Six amateur musicians accept an offer to play a 2-week gig in the Catskills. When the bass player suddenly falls ill, they recruit a genuine pro to fill in. As they embark on the opportunity of a lifetime, dreams and reality begin to collide.
Who directed The Gig?
The Gig was directed by Frank D. Gilroy.
Who stars in The Gig?
The principal cast of The Gig includes Wayne Rogers, Cleavon Little, Jerry Matz, Daniel Nalbach, Warren Vaché.
When was The Gig released and how long is it?
The Gig was released in 1985 with a total runtime of 1h 32m.
Who composed the musical score for The Gig?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Gig was composed by Warren Vaché.