Star 80
“The price of stardom was more than she bargained for.”
Synopsis
Paul Snider is a narcissistic, small time hustler who fancies himself a ladies man. His life changes when he meets Dorothy Stratten working behind the counter of a Dairy Queen. Under his guidance Dorothy grows to fame as a Playboy Playmate. But when Dorothy begins pursuing an acting career, the jealous Paul finds himself elbowed out of the picture by more famous men.
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Type: Trailer • Published 2013-09-18
Top Cast
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Mariel Hemingway
Dorothy Stratten
Eric Roberts
Paul Snider
Cliff Robertson
Hugh Hefner
Carroll Baker
Dorothy's Mum
Roger Rees
Aram Nicholas
David Clennon
Martin "Geb" Gebber
Josh Mostel
Private Detective
Lisa Gordon
Eileen
Sidney Miller
Nightclub Owner
Keith Hefner
Photographer
Tina Willson
Bobo Weller
Shelly Ingram
Betty
Sheila Anderson
Exotic Dancer
Cis Rundle
Meg Davis
Kathryn Witt
Robin
Jordan Christopher
Peter Rose
James Luisi
Roy
Neva Patterson
Playboy Executive
Release History & Theatrical Window
November 10, 1983
Wide Cinema Exhibition
June 1, 1996
Physical Home Media
Financials & Box Office Performance
Production Budget
Undisclosed
Filming & production cost
Worldwide Gross
$6.5M
Total global ticket sales
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Bob Fosse
- Screenplay & Story
- Bob Fosse
- Original Score
- Ralph Burns
- Original Title
- Star 80
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 43m
- Worldwide Gross
- $6.5M
- Production Studios
- The Ladd Company
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Bob Fosse
Bob Fosse, Teresa Carpenter
Ralph Burns
Sven Nykvist
Alan Heim
Kenneth Utt, Wolfgang Glattes
Department Leadership Roster
Kenneth Utt
Producer
Bob Fosse
Director
Bob Fosse
Screenplay
Sven Nykvist
Director of Photography
Wolfgang Glattes
Producer
Albert Wolsky
Costume Design
Alan Heim
Editor
Ralph Burns
Original Music Composer
Gilbert B. Combs
Stunt Coordinator
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
Interdit aux moins de 12 ans — 12+ only.
Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Star 80
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Star 80 about?
Paul Snider is a narcissistic, small time hustler who fancies himself a ladies man. His life changes when he meets Dorothy Stratten working behind the counter of a Dairy Queen. Under his guidance Dorothy grows to fame as a Playboy Playmate. But when Dorothy begins pursuing an acting career, the jealous Paul finds himself elbowed out of the picture by more famous men.
Who directed Star 80?
Star 80 was directed by Bob Fosse.
Who stars in Star 80?
The principal cast of Star 80 includes Mariel Hemingway, Eric Roberts, Cliff Robertson, Carroll Baker, Roger Rees.
When was Star 80 released and how long is it?
Star 80 was released in 1983 with a total runtime of 1h 43m.
How much did Star 80 make at the box office?
Star 80 grossed $6.5M in worldwide ticket sales.
Who composed the musical score for Star 80?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Star 80 was composed by Ralph Burns.
Is Star 80 based on a book or true story?
Star 80 is adapted from the following source material: Book: "Teresa Carpenter".
What is the age rating and content advisory for Star 80?
Star 80 holds official age classifications: FR: 12 (Interdit aux moins de 12 ans — 12+ only.); US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).