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2.1 / 10(5 votes)IMDbR19891h 42mUnited States of America

Valentino Returns

“1955 Was A Good Year For Growing Up, Falling in Love... And Cadillacs”

Synopsis

On a Saturday night, in a small 1950s Californian town, a young man, whose parents are an inch from a divorce, takes his brand new pink Cadillac for a spin to meet girls. He hooks up with the daughter of the town's radical preacher.

Release History & Theatrical Window

Theatrical Premiere

July 21, 1989

Wide Cinema Exhibition

Key Information & Fast Facts

Director
Peter Hoffman
Screenplay & Story
Leonard Gardner
Original Title
Valentino Returns
Country of Origin
United States of America
Spoken Languages
English
Runtime
1h 42m
Production Studios
OWL Productions

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

Peter Hoffman

Screenplay & Story

Leonard Gardner

Director of Photography

Jerzy Zieliński

Film Editing

Denine Rowan

Producers

Peter Hoffman, David Wisnievitz

Department Leadership Roster

Peter Hoffman

Director

Leonard Gardner

Screenplay

Peter Hoffman

Producer

David Wisnievitz

Producer

Denine Rowan

Editor

Jerzy Zieliński

Jerzy Zieliński

Director of Photography

Toni A. Spadafora

Costume Design

Age Classification & Content Advisories

Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.

Primary: R

R: Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.

International Certification Matrix

United States (MPAA)R

Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.

Official cinematic photography and background stills for Valentino Returns.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Valentino Returns

Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.

What is Valentino Returns about?

On a Saturday night, in a small 1950s Californian town, a young man, whose parents are an inch from a divorce, takes his brand new pink Cadillac for a spin to meet girls. He hooks up with the daughter of the town's radical preacher.

Who directed Valentino Returns?

Valentino Returns was directed by Peter Hoffman.

Who stars in Valentino Returns?

The principal cast of Valentino Returns includes Frederic Forrest, Veronica Cartwright, Jenny Wright, David Packer, Seth Isler.

When was Valentino Returns released and how long is it?

Valentino Returns was released in 1989 with a total runtime of 1h 42m.

What is the age rating and content advisory for Valentino Returns?

Valentino Returns holds official age classifications: US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).