Headin' for Broadway
“They're singers and dancers. Lovers and dreamers. They're young, talented and scared.”
Synopsis
In this musical, four young hopefuls from different parts of the country head to New York for a shot at Broadway stardom.
Top Cast
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Rex Smith
Fast Eddie
Terri Treas
Carrie Richards
Vivian Reed
Valerie Walker
Paul Carafotes
Ralph Morelli
Gary Gendell
Gary
Benjamin Rayson
Singing Coach
Dick Boccelli
Mr. Morelli
Anthony Cafiso
Brother
Vera Lockwood
Mrs. Morelli
Mario Mariani
Vic
Lisa Goodman
Gloria
Herman O. Arbeit
Desk Clerk
Charles Brown
Pimp
Charles Mayer
Cab Driver
Gene Foote
Jay Weston
Ed Morgan
Ed Reeves
David McCarver
David Shriver
Lonny Price
Steven Levy
Release History & Theatrical Window
May 1, 1980
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Joseph Brooks
- Screenplay & Story
- Joseph Brooks, Larry Gross, Hilary Henkin
- Original Score
- Joseph Brooks
- Original Title
- Headin' for Broadway
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 29m
- Production Studios
- 20th Century Fox
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Joseph Brooks
Joseph Brooks, Larry Gross, Hilary Henkin
Joseph Brooks
Eric Saarinen
John Mullen
Joseph Brooks
Department Leadership Roster
Joseph Brooks
Director
Joseph Brooks
Writer
Joseph Brooks
Original Music Composer
Joseph Brooks
Producer
Eric Saarinen
Director of Photography
Larry Gross
Writer
Hilary Henkin
Writer
John Mullen
Editor
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
PG: Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.
International Certification Matrix
Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About Headin' for Broadway
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Headin' for Broadway about?
In this musical, four young hopefuls from different parts of the country head to New York for a shot at Broadway stardom.
Who directed Headin' for Broadway?
Headin' for Broadway was directed by Joseph Brooks.
Who stars in Headin' for Broadway?
The principal cast of Headin' for Broadway includes Rex Smith, Terri Treas, Vivian Reed, Paul Carafotes, Gary Gendell.
When was Headin' for Broadway released and how long is it?
Headin' for Broadway was released in 1980 with a total runtime of 1h 29m.
Who composed the musical score for Headin' for Broadway?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Headin' for Broadway was composed by Joseph Brooks.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Headin' for Broadway?
Headin' for Broadway holds official age classifications: US: PG (Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.).