Rude Boy
“Grab the future... by its face!”
Synopsis
Rude Boy is a semi-documentary, part character study, part 'rockumentary', featuring a British punk band, The Clash. The script includes the story of a fictional fan juxtposed with actual public events of the day, including political demonstrations and Clash concerts.
Top Cast
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Ray Gange
Ray
Joe Strummer
The Group
Topper Headon
The Group
Paul Simonon
The Group
Mick Jones
The Group
Jimmy Pursey
Guest Singer
Caroline Coon
Clash Girlfriend
Johnny Green
Roadie
Barry Baker
Roadie
Terry McQuade
Terry
Elizabeth Young
Ray's Girlfriend #1
Sarah Hall
Ray's Girlfriend #2
Barry Myers
DJ
Colin Richards
Sex Shop Customer
Lutz Becker
Sex Shop Customer
Kenny Joseph
Solicitor's Clerk
Lizard Brown
Suspect
Hickey Etienne
Suspect
Release History & Theatrical Window
Berlin International Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
July 25, 1980
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Jack Hazan, David Mingay
- Screenplay & Story
- David Mingay, Ray Gange
- Original Score
- Mick Jones, Joe Strummer
- Original Title
- Rude Boy
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 2h 13m
- Production Studios
- Buzzy Enterprises, Michael White Productions, National Film Trustee Company
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Jack Hazan, David Mingay
David Mingay, Ray Gange
Mick Jones, Joe Strummer
Jack Hazan
Peter Goddard, David Mingay
Jack Hazan, David Mingay
Department Leadership Roster
David Mingay
Writer
Jack Hazan
Director
David Mingay
Director
Ray Gange
Writer
Jack Hazan
Producer
Jack Hazan
Director of Photography
Peter Goddard
Editor
David Mingay
Editor
David Mingay
Producer
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.
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About Rude Boy
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Rude Boy about?
Rude Boy is a semi-documentary, part character study, part 'rockumentary', featuring a British punk band, The Clash. The script includes the story of a fictional fan juxtposed with actual public events of the day, including political demonstrations and Clash concerts.
Who directed Rude Boy?
Rude Boy was directed by Jack Hazan, David Mingay.
Who stars in Rude Boy?
The principal cast of Rude Boy includes Ray Gange, Joe Strummer, Topper Headon, Paul Simonon, Mick Jones.
When was Rude Boy released and how long is it?
Rude Boy was released in 1980 with a total runtime of 2h 13m.
Who composed the musical score for Rude Boy?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Rude Boy was composed by Mick Jones, Joe Strummer.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Rude Boy?
Rude Boy holds official age classifications: FR: TP; US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).