Whatever it Takes
“In the game of life it's the survivors who win... those who have whatever it takes.”
Synopsis
A Vietnam veteran supports himself and his father's NYC diner by becoming a taxi driver. Along the way he struggles with relationships and his daily life while aspiring to be a cartoonist.
Top Cast
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Martin Balsam
Hap Perchicksky
Thomas Barbour
Hilbourne
Edward Binns
Mr. Kingsley
William Bogert
Timmy Shaughnessy (as Bill Bogert)
Tony Devon
Eren's love Interest
Joey Ginza
Curley
Rosetta LeNoire
Millie
Tom Mason
Jeff Perchick
Fred Morsell
Mr. Bunyon
Marianne Muellerleile
James Rebhorn
Michael Manion
Maura Shea
Eren Haberfield
Chris Weatherhead
Lee Bickford
Release History & Theatrical Window
March 7, 1986
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Bob Demchuk
- Screenplay & Story
- Chris Weatherhead, Bob Demchuk
- Original Score
- Garry Sherman
- Original Title
- Whatever it Takes
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 33m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Bob Demchuk
Chris Weatherhead, Bob Demchuk
Garry Sherman
Bob Demchuk
Department Leadership Roster
Bob Demchuk
Director
Chris Weatherhead
Writer
Bob Demchuk
Editor
Bob Demchuk
Writer
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Frequently Asked Questions About Whatever it Takes
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Whatever it Takes about?
A Vietnam veteran supports himself and his father's NYC diner by becoming a taxi driver. Along the way he struggles with relationships and his daily life while aspiring to be a cartoonist.
Who directed Whatever it Takes?
Whatever it Takes was directed by Bob Demchuk.
Who stars in Whatever it Takes?
The principal cast of Whatever it Takes includes Martin Balsam, Thomas Barbour, Edward Binns, William Bogert, Tony Devon.
When was Whatever it Takes released and how long is it?
Whatever it Takes was released in 1986 with a total runtime of 1h 33m.
Who composed the musical score for Whatever it Takes?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Whatever it Takes was composed by Garry Sherman.