Going Berserk
Synopsis
John Bourgignon, a drummer-chauffeur engaged to the daughter of a United States senator, encounters a sleazy film director, the leader of an aerobics cult, and other crazed characters in the days leading up to his wedding.
Top Cast
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John Candy
John Bourgignon
Joe Flaherty
Chick Leff
Eugene Levy
Sal DiPasquale
Alley Mills
Nancy Reese
Pat Hingle
Ed Reese
Ann Bronston
Patti Reese
Eve Brent
Mrs. Reese
Elizabeth Kerr
Grandmother Reese
Richard Libertini
Rev. Sun Yi Day
Dixie Carter
Angela
Paul Dooley
Dr. Ted
Ronald E. House
Bruno
Kurtwood Smith
Clarence
Ernie Hudson
Muhammed Jerome Willy
Gloria Gifford
Francine
Frantz Turner
Wallace Jefferson
Murphy Dunne
Public Defender
Beans Morocco
Minister (as Dan Barrows)
Release History & Theatrical Window
September 30, 1983
Wide Cinema Exhibition
September 1, 1986
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- David Steinberg
- Screenplay & Story
- Dana Olsen, David Steinberg
- Original Score
- Tom Scott
- Original Title
- Going Berserk
- Country of Origin
- Canada, United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 25m
- Production Studios
- Les Productions Mutuelles Ltée, Universal Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
David Steinberg
Dana Olsen, David Steinberg
Tom Scott
Bobby Byrne
Department Leadership Roster
Dana Olsen
Writer
David Steinberg
Director
David Steinberg
Writer
Bobby Byrne
Director of Photography
Tom Scott
Original Music Composer
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
FSK 16 — Restricted to viewers aged 16 and older.
Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Going Berserk
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Going Berserk about?
John Bourgignon, a drummer-chauffeur engaged to the daughter of a United States senator, encounters a sleazy film director, the leader of an aerobics cult, and other crazed characters in the days leading up to his wedding.
Who directed Going Berserk?
Going Berserk was directed by David Steinberg.
Who stars in Going Berserk?
The principal cast of Going Berserk includes John Candy, Joe Flaherty, Eugene Levy, Alley Mills, Pat Hingle.
When was Going Berserk released and how long is it?
Going Berserk was released in 1983 with a total runtime of 1h 25m.
Who composed the musical score for Going Berserk?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Going Berserk was composed by Tom Scott.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Going Berserk?
Going Berserk holds official age classifications: DE: 16 (FSK 16 — Restricted to viewers aged 16 and older.); US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).