Playing for Keeps
“It's What You Need to Succeed”
Synopsis
An ambitious trio of inner-city high school grads tries to hit the big time by turning a run-down country hotel into a rock & roll resort with around-the-clock music and live entertainment. Standing in their way are fearful townsfolk, unscrupulous businessmen and the tax collector, all threatening to bring the curtain down on the teens' aspirations. But this is one threesome who refuses to give up on their lifelong goal without a fight — and a song.
Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
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Playing for Keeps (1986) - Trailer
Type: Trailer • Published 2010-06-27
Top Cast
Explore Star Directory →Daniel Jordano
Danny
Matthew Penn
Spikes
Leon W. Grant
Silk
Mary B. Ward
Chloe
Marisa Tomei
Tracy
Jimmy Baio
Steinberg
Harold Gould
Rockerfeller
Raymond J. Barry
Mr. Hatcher - Chloe's Father
Kim Hauser
Marie
Robert Milli
Cromwell
John Randolph Jones
Sheriff Billy Sullivan
Jery Hewitt
Backhoe Driver
Bruce Kluger
Gene Epstein
Anthony Marciona
Ronnie Long
J.D. Rosenbaum
Davey Beck
Glen Robert Robillard
Joel
Frank Scasso
Van Go-Go
Lisa Schultz
Jill
Release History & Theatrical Window
October 3, 1986
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Harvey Weinstein, Bob Weinstein
- Screenplay & Story
- Harvey Weinstein, Bob Weinstein, Jeremy Leven
- Original Score
- Daniel Bechet, George Acogny
- Original Title
- Playing for Keeps
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- Spanish, English
- Runtime
- 1h 42m
- Production Studios
- Miramax, Playing for Keeps Inc.
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Harvey Weinstein, Bob Weinstein
Harvey Weinstein, Bob Weinstein, Jeremy Leven
Daniel Bechet, George Acogny
Eric Van Haren Noman
Gary Karr, Sharyn L. Ross
Michael Ryan, Alan Brewer, Harvey Weinstein, Bob Weinstein, Julia Palau
Department Leadership Roster
Harvey Weinstein
Director
Harvey Weinstein
Writer
Bob Weinstein
Director
Bob Weinstein
Writer
Daniel Bechet
Original Music Composer
George Acogny
Original Music Composer
Alan Brewer
Producer
Eric Van Haren Noman
Director of Photography
Gary Karr
Editor
Aude Bronson-Howard
Costume Design
Harvey Weinstein
Producer
Waldemar Kalinowski
Production Design
Bob Weinstein
Producer
Sharyn L. Ross
Editor
Jeremy Leven
Writer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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PG-13: Parents Strongly Cautioned — May contain intense action, language, or mature themes.
International Certification Matrix
Parents Strongly Cautioned — May contain intense action, language, or mature themes.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Playing for Keeps
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What is Playing for Keeps about?
An ambitious trio of inner-city high school grads tries to hit the big time by turning a run-down country hotel into a rock & roll resort with around-the-clock music and live entertainment. Standing in their way are fearful townsfolk, unscrupulous businessmen and the tax collector, all threatening to bring the curtain down on the teens' aspirations. But this is one threesome who refuses to give up on their lifelong goal without a fight — and a song.
Who directed Playing for Keeps?
Playing for Keeps was directed by Harvey Weinstein, Bob Weinstein.
Who stars in Playing for Keeps?
The principal cast of Playing for Keeps includes Daniel Jordano, Matthew Penn, Leon W. Grant, Mary B. Ward, Marisa Tomei.
When was Playing for Keeps released and how long is it?
Playing for Keeps was released in 1986 with a total runtime of 1h 42m.
Who composed the musical score for Playing for Keeps?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Playing for Keeps was composed by Daniel Bechet, George Acogny.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Playing for Keeps?
Playing for Keeps holds official age classifications: US: PG-13 (Parents Strongly Cautioned — May contain intense action, language, or mature themes.).