The Peanut Butter Solution
“A hair-raising comedy adventure!”
Synopsis
Peanut butter is the secret ingredient for magic potions made by two friendly ghosts. Eleven-year-old Michael loses all of his hair when he gets a fright and uses the potion to get his hair back, but too much peanut butter causes things to get a bit hairy.
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The Peanut Butter Solution (1985) Original Trailer [HD]
Type: Trailer • Published 2024-06-08
Top Cast
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Michael
Helen Hughes
Mary
Michel Maillot
Le Signor
Edgar Fruitier
Arthur
Michael Hogan
Billy
Harry Hill
Dr Epstein
Alison Darcy
Suzie
Siluck Saysanasy
Conrad (Connie)
Griffith Brewer
Tom
Pat Thompson
Miss Prume
Terrence Labrosse
Mr. Gingras
Doug Smith
Owner / Art Supply
Nick Manekas
Nickie
Patrick St-Pierre
Little William
Jeremy Spry
Jeremy
Cheryl Zaman-Zadir
Jessica
Audie Grant
Audie
Vicki Lee
Vicki
Release History & Theatrical Window
Montréal (English and French language versions)
Festival / Special Debut
August 22, 1986
Wide Cinema Exhibition
April 15, 1987
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Michael Rubbo
- Screenplay & Story
- Michael Rubbo, Andrée Pelletier, Vojtěch Jasný, Louise Pelletier, Eddy Marnay
- Original Score
- Lewis Furey
- Original Title
- The Peanut Butter Solution
- Country of Origin
- Canada
- Spoken Languages
- French, English, Italian
- Runtime
- 1h 33m
- Production Studios
- Les Productions La Fête, Société Radio-Canada, Téléfilm Canada, La Societe Generale du Cinema du Quebec, CFCF-TV, New World Pictures, Cinema Plus
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Michael Rubbo
Michael Rubbo, Andrée Pelletier, Vojtěch Jasný, Louise Pelletier, Eddy Marnay
Lewis Furey
Thomas Vámos
Jean-Guy Montpetit
Nicole Robert, Rock Demers
Department Leadership Roster
Michael Rubbo
Writer
Lewis Furey
Original Music Composer
Andrée Pelletier
Writer
Vojtěch Jasný
Writer
Louise Pelletier
Writer
Nicole Robert
Producer
Rock Demers
Producer
Michael Rubbo
Director
Jean-Guy Montpetit
Editor
Vianney Gauthier
Production Design
Thomas Vámos
Director of Photography
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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PG: Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.
International Certification Matrix
General — Suitable for all ages.
Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Peanut Butter Solution
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What is The Peanut Butter Solution about?
Peanut butter is the secret ingredient for magic potions made by two friendly ghosts. Eleven-year-old Michael loses all of his hair when he gets a fright and uses the potion to get his hair back, but too much peanut butter causes things to get a bit hairy.
Who directed The Peanut Butter Solution?
The Peanut Butter Solution was directed by Michael Rubbo.
Who stars in The Peanut Butter Solution?
The principal cast of The Peanut Butter Solution includes Mathew Mackay, Helen Hughes, Michel Maillot, Edgar Fruitier, Michael Hogan.
When was The Peanut Butter Solution released and how long is it?
The Peanut Butter Solution was released in 1985 with a total runtime of 1h 33m.
Who composed the musical score for The Peanut Butter Solution?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Peanut Butter Solution was composed by Lewis Furey.
What is the age rating and content advisory for The Peanut Butter Solution?
The Peanut Butter Solution holds official age classifications: CA: G (General — Suitable for all ages.); US: PG (Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.).