One Trick Pony
“Rock & roll will give you some laughs but it won't do you any favors.”
Synopsis
An aging rock star trying to put together a new album in the face of an indifferent record label and a talentless producer. At the same time, he's struggling to save his failing marriage.
Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
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Steve Gadd "One Trick Pony" Movie Scene (1980)
Type: Clip • Published 2016-03-01
Top Cast
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Paul Simon
Jonah
Blair Brown
Marion
Rip Torn
Walter Fox
Joan Hackett
Lonnie Fox
Allen Garfield
Cal van Damp
Mare Winningham
Modeena Dandridge
Michael Pearlman
Matty Levin
Lou Reed
Steve Kunelian
Steve Gadd
Danny Duggin
Eric Gale
Lee-Andrew Parker
Tony Levin
John DiBatista
Richard Tee
Clarence Franklin
Harry Shearer
Bernie Wepner
Kate Pierson
Self
Fred Schneider
Self
Keith Strickland
Self
Cindy Wilson
Self
Ricky Wilson
Self
Release History & Theatrical Window
October 3, 1980
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Financials & Box Office Performance
Production Budget
Undisclosed
Filming & production cost
Worldwide Gross
$843K
Total global ticket sales
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Robert M. Young
- Screenplay & Story
- Paul Simon
- Original Score
- Paul Simon
- Original Title
- One Trick Pony
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 38m
- Worldwide Gross
- $843K
- Production Studios
- Warner Bros. Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Robert M. Young
Paul Simon
Paul Simon
Dick Bush
David Ray, Edward Beyer, Barry Malkin
Michael Tannen
Department Leadership Roster
Robert M. Young
Director
Michael Tannen
Producer
David Ray
Editor
Hilary Rosenfeld
Costume Design
David Mitchell
Production Design
Paul Simon
Original Music Composer
Dick Bush
Director of Photography
Edward Beyer
Editor
Barry Malkin
Editor
Paul Simon
Writer
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
Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
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Frequently Asked Questions About One Trick Pony
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is One Trick Pony about?
An aging rock star trying to put together a new album in the face of an indifferent record label and a talentless producer. At the same time, he's struggling to save his failing marriage.
Who directed One Trick Pony?
One Trick Pony was directed by Robert M. Young.
Who stars in One Trick Pony?
The principal cast of One Trick Pony includes Paul Simon, Blair Brown, Rip Torn, Joan Hackett, Allen Garfield.
When was One Trick Pony released and how long is it?
One Trick Pony was released in 1980 with a total runtime of 1h 38m.
How much did One Trick Pony make at the box office?
One Trick Pony grossed $843K in worldwide ticket sales.
Who composed the musical score for One Trick Pony?
The original motion picture soundtrack for One Trick Pony was composed by Paul Simon.
What is the age rating and content advisory for One Trick Pony?
One Trick Pony holds official age classifications: US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).