Skateboard
“The movie that defies gravity!”
Synopsis
A Hollywood agent finds himself in debt to a powerful bookie. To make a fast buck, he creates a team of exceptionally talented skateboarders and enters them in a downhill race. If they win, they will get $20,000
Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
Official promotional previews, behind-the-scenes footage, and exclusive clips.
Skateboard (1978) Original Trailer [HD]
Type: Trailer • Published 2024-01-10
Top Cast
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Allen Garfield
Manny Bloom
Kathleen Lloyd
Millicent Broderick
Leif Garrett
Brad Harris
Richard Van der Wyk
Jason Maddox
Tony Alva
Tony Bluetile
Antony Carbone
Sol
Gordon Jump
Mr. Harris
Patricia Hitchcock
Mrs. Harris (as Pat Hitchcock)
Orson Bean
Self
Ellen O’Neal
Jenny Bradshaw
Pam Kenneally
Randi
David Hyde
Dennis
Steve Monahan
Peter Steffens
Sylvester Words
Sol’s Henchman
Joe Bratcher
Vito
Sondra Theodore
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Thelma Pelish
Woman in Motel
John Fox
Charlie Martin
Release History & Theatrical Window
March 5, 1978
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- George Gage
- Screenplay & Story
- George Gage, Dick Wolf
- Original Score
- Mark Snow
- Original Title
- Skateboard
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 37m
- Production Studios
- Blum Group, Universal Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
George Gage
George Gage, Dick Wolf
Mark Snow
Ross Kelsay
Dick Wolf, Harry N. Blum
Department Leadership Roster
George Gage
Director
George Gage
Writer
Dick Wolf
Writer
Dick Wolf
Producer
Harry N. Blum
Producer
Mark Snow
Original Music Composer
Ross Kelsay
Director of Photography
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for Skateboard.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Skateboard
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Skateboard about?
A Hollywood agent finds himself in debt to a powerful bookie. To make a fast buck, he creates a team of exceptionally talented skateboarders and enters them in a downhill race. If they win, they will get $20,000
Who directed Skateboard?
Skateboard was directed by George Gage.
Who stars in Skateboard?
The principal cast of Skateboard includes Allen Garfield, Kathleen Lloyd, Leif Garrett, Richard Van der Wyk, Tony Alva.
When was Skateboard released and how long is it?
Skateboard was released in 1978 with a total runtime of 1h 37m.
Who composed the musical score for Skateboard?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Skateboard was composed by Mark Snow.