Gridlock
Synopsis
A series of freak accidents on the Los Angeles freeway traps a cast-load of familiar TV faces in an astounding traffic tie-up, with the entire system caught in a gridlock that John Beck, as a traffic expert, endeavors to unsnarl.
Top Cast
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Desi Arnaz Jr.
Robbie Reinhardt
John Beck
Buzz Gregory
Noah Beery Jr.
Barney
René Enríquez
Mayor Julio Escontrerez
Shelley Fabares
Louise Gregory
Phil Foster
Koppleman
James Gregory
Gen. Caribou Caruthers
Lisa Hartman
Nikki
Michael Lerner
Marv
Rue McClanahan
Adele Sherman
James McEachin
Speed-O
Ed McMahon
Henry Sherman
Al Molinaro
Sightseer
Charles Napier
Sonny
Christopher Norris
Linda Reinhardt
Alan Sues
Dudley
Vic Tayback
Floyd 'Snake' Kraslowski
Abe Vigoda
Herb
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- James Frawley
- Screenplay & Story
- Dave Hackel, Steve Hattman
- Original Score
- Arthur B. Rubinstein
- Original Title
- Gridlock
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 40m
- Production Studios
- Ten-Four Productions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
James Frawley
Dave Hackel, Steve Hattman
Arthur B. Rubinstein
Charles Correll
Domenic Dimascio
Greg Strangis, Steve Hattman, Arthur E. McLaird, Sam Strangis, Dave Hackel
Department Leadership Roster
Charles Correll
Director of Photography
Steve Hattman
Producer
Arthur E. McLaird
Producer
James Frawley
Director
Dave Hackel
Producer
Domenic Dimascio
Editor
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About Gridlock
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Gridlock about?
A series of freak accidents on the Los Angeles freeway traps a cast-load of familiar TV faces in an astounding traffic tie-up, with the entire system caught in a gridlock that John Beck, as a traffic expert, endeavors to unsnarl.
Who directed Gridlock?
Gridlock was directed by James Frawley.
Who stars in Gridlock?
The principal cast of Gridlock includes Desi Arnaz Jr., John Beck, Noah Beery Jr., René Enríquez, Shelley Fabares.
When was Gridlock released and how long is it?
Gridlock was released in 1980 with a total runtime of 1h 40m.
Who composed the musical score for Gridlock?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Gridlock was composed by Arthur B. Rubinstein.