Top Kids
Synopsis
A fun journey through the history of the automobile, this film is about a group of future computer hackers that wire an arcade game to work as a time machine. Among appearances in the movie are Henry Ford, Mercedes Benz, and modern race car driver Niki Lauda, as one of the boys becomes trapped within the newly created game.
Top Cast
Explore Star Directory →Anthony Ko
Jerry
Scott Nemes
Andy
Jared Rushton
Peter
Niki Lauda
Self
Rossie Harris
Eric
Franziska Walser
Berta Benz
Michael Degen
Carl Benz
Henry Weiss
Gottlieb Daimler
Peter Chatel
William Maybach
Philip Levien
Walter Chrysler
Charles Lanyer
Henry Ford
Jacques Perrin
Emile Levassor
Cyrielle Clair
Louise Sarazin
Werner Kreindl
Emil Jellinek
Joëlle Miquel
Mercedes Jellinek
Fabio Testi
Giovanni Agnelli
José Carreras
Enrico Caruso
Gary McDonald
Man (uncredited)
Release History & Theatrical Window
April 1, 1987
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Michael Pfleghar
- Original Score
- Vince Tempera, Sylvester Levay
- Original Title
- Top Kids
- Country of Origin
- Norway, United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 18m
- Production Studios
- TV One, Jubileumsproduksjon
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Michael Pfleghar
Vince Tempera, Sylvester Levay
Department Leadership Roster
Steve Kelso
Stunt Coordinator
Michael Pfleghar
Director
Ellen Greenberg
Costume Design
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Frequently Asked Questions About Top Kids
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Top Kids about?
A fun journey through the history of the automobile, this film is about a group of future computer hackers that wire an arcade game to work as a time machine. Among appearances in the movie are Henry Ford, Mercedes Benz, and modern race car driver Niki Lauda, as one of the boys becomes trapped within the newly created game.
Who directed Top Kids?
Top Kids was directed by Michael Pfleghar.
Who stars in Top Kids?
The principal cast of Top Kids includes Anthony Ko, Scott Nemes, Jared Rushton, Niki Lauda, Rossie Harris.
When was Top Kids released and how long is it?
Top Kids was released in 1987 with a total runtime of 1h 18m.
Who composed the musical score for Top Kids?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Top Kids was composed by Vince Tempera, Sylvester Levay.