

Coney Island
Synopsis
Before there was Disneyland, there was Coney Island. By the turn of the century, this tiny piece of New York real estate was internationally famous. On summer Sundays, three great pleasure domes--Steeplechase, Luna Park and Dreamland--competed for the patronage of a half-million people. By day it was the world's most amazing amusement park, by night, an electric "Eden".
Top Cast
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- Director
- Ric Burns
- Screenplay & Story
- Richard Snow
- Original Title
- Coney Island
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 58m
- Production Studios
- Steeplechase Films, GBH
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Ric Burns
Richard Snow
Buddy Squires
Paul Barnes
Buddy Squires, Ric Burns
Department Leadership Roster
Ric Burns
Director
Richard Snow
Writer
Buddy Squires
Producer
Ric Burns
Producer
Paul Barnes
Editor
Buddy Squires
Director of Photography
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About Coney Island
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Coney Island about?
Before there was Disneyland, there was Coney Island. By the turn of the century, this tiny piece of New York real estate was internationally famous. On summer Sundays, three great pleasure domes--Steeplechase, Luna Park and Dreamland--competed for the patronage of a half-million people. By day it was the world's most amazing amusement park, by night, an electric "Eden".
Who directed Coney Island?
Coney Island was directed by Ric Burns.
Who stars in Coney Island?
The principal cast of Coney Island includes Philip Bosco, Al Lewis, Vincent Gardenia, Eli Wallach, Elliot Willensky.
When was Coney Island released and how long is it?
Coney Island was released in 1991 with a total runtime of 58m.
















