Magic Sticks
Synopsis
Felix is a down-and-out young drummer who obtains a pair of magic drumsticks from a street vendor. He soon finds out the sticks are able to make native New Yorkers dance uncontrollably.
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GEORGE KRANZ - Magic Sticks (1987)
Type: Clip • Published 2006-10-30
Top Cast
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Felix
David Margulies
Goldfarb
Jack McGee
McShady
Reginald VelJohnson
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Samuel L. Jackson
Bum
Chico Hamilton
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Joe Silver
Pawnbroker
Mike Hodge
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Kelly Curtis
Shirley
Geoff Lee
Tom
John Gallagher
Trenchcoat
Ted Lambert
Ken
Michael Wolff
Bob
Phil Butler
Eddie
Van Dirk Fisher
Band Member (Sax)
Vicky Ruane
Jean
Michael R. Howard
Maestro
Kim Yancey
Desk Sergeant
Release History & Theatrical Window
June 5, 1987
Wide Cinema Exhibition
February 23, 1989
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Peter Keglevic
- Screenplay & Story
- Peter Keglevic, George Kranz, Christopher Ragazzo
- Original Score
- George Kranz
- Original Title
- Magic Sticks
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 27m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Peter Keglevic
Peter Keglevic, George Kranz, Christopher Ragazzo
George Kranz
Edward Kłosiński
Department Leadership Roster
Peter Keglevic
Director
George Kranz
Original Music Composer
Edward Kłosiński
Director of Photography
Peter Keglevic
Writer
George Kranz
Writer
Christopher Ragazzo
Writer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
PG-13: Parents Strongly Cautioned — May contain intense action, language, or mature themes.
International Certification Matrix
FSK 6 — Restricted to viewers aged 6 and older.
Parents Strongly Cautioned — May contain intense action, language, or mature themes.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Magic Sticks
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Magic Sticks about?
Felix is a down-and-out young drummer who obtains a pair of magic drumsticks from a street vendor. He soon finds out the sticks are able to make native New Yorkers dance uncontrollably.
Who directed Magic Sticks?
Magic Sticks was directed by Peter Keglevic.
Who stars in Magic Sticks?
The principal cast of Magic Sticks includes George Kranz, David Margulies, Jack McGee, Reginald VelJohnson, Samuel L. Jackson.
When was Magic Sticks released and how long is it?
Magic Sticks was released in 1987 with a total runtime of 1h 27m.
Who composed the musical score for Magic Sticks?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Magic Sticks was composed by George Kranz.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Magic Sticks?
Magic Sticks holds official age classifications: DE: 6 (FSK 6 — Restricted to viewers aged 6 and older.); US: PG-13 (Parents Strongly Cautioned — May contain intense action, language, or mature themes.).