American Drive-In
“You won't believe what's playing at..”
Synopsis
The goings-on at a typical drive-in on a summer night.
Top Cast
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Emily Longstreth
Bobbie Ann
Patrick Kirton
Jack
Danny Nucci
Tommy
Rhonda Gray
Deena
Joel Bennett
Sarge
John Rice
Councilman Winston
Phil Fondacaro
Rocky Magellan (as H.G. Golas)
Vincent Craig Dupree
Gene (as V.C. Dupree)
Deborah Rose
Martha
Crystal Shaw
Drive-In Movie Star
Stephen L. Posey
Macho Driver
Mika Quintard
Phyllis
Bernard White
Lou
Larry Cortinas
Rich
Flip Kobler
Mike
Misty Hall
Lynda
David Donham
Bennie
Ellen Albertini Dow
Allison
Release History & Theatrical Window
September 19, 1985
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Krishna Shah
- Screenplay & Story
- David Allen Ball, Krishna Shah
- Original Score
- Paul Sabu
- Original Title
- American Drive-In
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- Spanish, English
- Runtime
- 1h 32m
- Production Studios
- Double Helix Films
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Krishna Shah
David Allen Ball, Krishna Shah
Paul Sabu
Stephen L. Posey
Krishna Shah
Department Leadership Roster
Krishna Shah
Director
David Allen Ball
Writer
Krishna Shah
Writer
Stephen L. Posey
Director of Photography
Patti Callicott
Costume Design
Krishna Shah
Producer
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 American Drive-In
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is American Drive-In about?
The goings-on at a typical drive-in on a summer night.
Who directed American Drive-In?
American Drive-In was directed by Krishna Shah.
Who stars in American Drive-In?
The principal cast of American Drive-In includes Emily Longstreth, Patrick Kirton, Danny Nucci, Rhonda Gray, Joel Bennett.
When was American Drive-In released and how long is it?
American Drive-In was released in 1985 with a total runtime of 1h 32m.
Who composed the musical score for American Drive-In?
The original motion picture soundtrack for American Drive-In was composed by Paul Sabu.
What is the age rating and content advisory for American Drive-In?
American Drive-In holds official age classifications: US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).