Backstreet Dreams
Synopsis
Caught in the web of inner city violence, extortion and drugs, Dean Costello is a small-time gangster with big-time dreams for himself and his autistic son, Shane. When his marriage to Ludy falls apart the doctors tell Dean that there is no hope for his son, he turns to a wealthy child psychologist, Stephanie "Stevie" Bloom in a final effort to reach Shane. Stevie tries to convince Dean that he must commit himself to Shane and leave behind his life on the streets. But Dean's violent world continues to haunt him, and threatens to destroy the dreams he has for his son, for himself, and for Stevie. In a final battle, he must face overwhelming odds... alone.
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Backstreet Dreams (1990) VHS Trailer
Type: Trailer • Published 2025-07-14
Top Cast
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Brooke Shields
Stevie
Jason O'Malley
Dean
Sherilyn Fenn
Lucy
Tony Fields
Manny
Nick Cassavetes
Mikey
Ray Mancini
Aldo
Burt Young
Luca
Anthony Franciosa
Angelo
John Vizzi
Shane
Joseph Vizzi
Shane
Meg Register
Candy
Vinnie Curto
Gus
Frank Collison
Spider
Michael Bofshever
Dr. Sinclair
Michael D. Russo
Paco
Ellis Williams
Slick Shot
Danny Spear
Bearded Man
Jim Boeke
Burt
Release History & Theatrical Window
September 29, 1990
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Financials & Box Office Performance
Production Budget
$20M
Filming & production cost
Worldwide Gross
Pending
Total global ticket sales
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Rupert Hitzig
- Screenplay & Story
- Jason O'Malley
- Original Score
- Bill Conti
- Original Title
- Backstreet Dreams
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 44m
- Production Budget
- $20M
- Production Studios
- O'Malley Film
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Rupert Hitzig
Jason O'Malley
Bill Conti
Stephen M. Katz
Robert Gordon
Lance H. Robbins, Jason O'Malley
Department Leadership Roster
Bill Conti
Original Music Composer
Stephen M. Katz
Director of Photography
Rupert Hitzig
Director
Lance H. Robbins
Producer
Jason O'Malley
Writer
George Costello
Production Design
Jason O'Malley
Producer
Robert Gordon
Editor
BJ Davis
Stunt Coordinator
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.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Backstreet Dreams
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What is Backstreet Dreams about?
Caught in the web of inner city violence, extortion and drugs, Dean Costello is a small-time gangster with big-time dreams for himself and his autistic son, Shane. When his marriage to Ludy falls apart the doctors tell Dean that there is no hope for his son, he turns to a wealthy child psychologist, Stephanie "Stevie" Bloom in a final effort to reach Shane. Stevie tries to convince Dean that he must commit himself to Shane and leave behind his life on the streets. But Dean's violent world continues to haunt him, and threatens to destroy the dreams he has for his son, for himself, and for Stevie. In a final battle, he must face overwhelming odds... alone.
Who directed Backstreet Dreams?
Backstreet Dreams was directed by Rupert Hitzig.
Who stars in Backstreet Dreams?
The principal cast of Backstreet Dreams includes Brooke Shields, Jason O'Malley, Sherilyn Fenn, Tony Fields, Nick Cassavetes.
When was Backstreet Dreams released and how long is it?
Backstreet Dreams was released in 1990 with a total runtime of 1h 44m.
Who composed the musical score for Backstreet Dreams?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Backstreet Dreams was composed by Bill Conti.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Backstreet Dreams?
Backstreet Dreams holds official age classifications: US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).