Performance.
“See them all in a film about fantasy. And reality. Vice. And versa.”
Synopsis
In underworld terms, Chas Devlin is a 'performer,' a gangster with a talent for violence and intimidation. Turner is a reclusive rock superstar. When Chas and Turner meet, their worlds collide—and the impact is both exotic and explosive.
Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
Official promotional previews, behind-the-scenes footage, and exclusive clips.
Performance (1970) ORIGINAL TRAILER [HD 1080p]
Type: Trailer • Published 2018-12-30
Top Cast
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James Fox
Chas
Mick Jagger
Turner
Anita Pallenberg
Pherber
Michèle Breton
Lucy
Ann Sidney
Dana
John Bindon
Moody
Stanley Meadows
Rosebloom
Allan Cuthbertson
The Lawyer
Anthony Morton
Dennis
Johnny Shannon
Harry Flowers
Anthony Valentine
Joey Maddocks
Kenneth Colley
Tony Farrell
John Sterland
The Chauffeur
Laraine Wickens
Lorraine
Edmond Bennett
Detective Sergeant (uncredited)
Helen Booth
Noel's Mum (uncredited)
John Caesar
Ticket Clerk (uncredited)
Jay Denyer
Constable (uncredited)
Release History & Theatrical Window
August 3, 1970
Wide Cinema Exhibition
February 25, 2025
Physical Home Media
Financials & Box Office Performance
Production Budget
$901K
Filming & production cost
Worldwide Gross
Pending
Total global ticket sales
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Nicolas Roeg, Donald Cammell
- Screenplay & Story
- Donald Cammell, Anita Pallenberg
- Original Score
- Jack Nitzsche
- Original Title
- Performance.
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 46m
- Production Budget
- $901K
- Production Studios
- Goodtimes Enterprises
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Nicolas Roeg, Donald Cammell
Donald Cammell, Anita Pallenberg
Jack Nitzsche
Nicolas Roeg
Tony Palmer, Antony Gibbs, Frank Mazzola
Sanford Lieberson
Department Leadership Roster
Nicolas Roeg
Director
Donald Cammell
Screenplay
Donald Cammell
Director
Tony Palmer
Editor
Antony Gibbs
Editor
Frank Mazzola
Editor
Sanford Lieberson
Producer
Jack Nitzsche
Original Music Composer
Brian Smedley-Aston
Editor
Nicolas Roeg
Director of Photography
Anita Pallenberg
Screenplay
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 18 — Restricted to adults 18 and older.
Interdit aux moins de 18 ans — 18+ only.
Suitable only for adults 18 years and over.
Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for Performance..
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Frequently Asked Questions About Performance.
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What is Performance. about?
In underworld terms, Chas Devlin is a 'performer,' a gangster with a talent for violence and intimidation. Turner is a reclusive rock superstar. When Chas and Turner meet, their worlds collide—and the impact is both exotic and explosive.
Who directed Performance.?
Performance. was directed by Nicolas Roeg, Donald Cammell.
Who stars in Performance.?
The principal cast of Performance. includes James Fox, Mick Jagger, Anita Pallenberg, Michèle Breton, Ann Sidney.
When was Performance. released and how long is it?
Performance. was released in 1970 with a total runtime of 1h 46m.
Who composed the musical score for Performance.?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Performance. was composed by Jack Nitzsche.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Performance.?
Performance. holds official age classifications: DE: 18 (FSK 18 — Restricted to adults 18 and older.); FR: 18 (Interdit aux moins de 18 ans — 18+ only.); GB: 18 (Suitable only for adults 18 years and over.); US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).