The Suburbans
“Never before has a girl done so much with so little.”
Synopsis
The Suburbans, a one-hit-wonder new wave band from the '80s, reunite at their bassist's wedding, where a promising young record executive sees the ensemble perform. When she encourages them to launch a revival, the group must weigh their dreams of fame and fortune against the reality of their relatively quiet domestic lives.
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The Suburbans - 1999 - Trailer
Type: Trailer • Published 2010-08-18
Top Cast
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Craig Bierko
Mitch
Amy Brenneman
Grace
Antonio Fargas
Magee
Will Ferrell
Gil
Tony Guma
Rory
Jennifer Love Hewitt
Cate
Robert Loggia
Jules
Ben Stiller
Jay Rose
Jerry Stiller
Speedo Silverberg
Donal Lardner Ward
Danny
Bridgette Wilson
Lara
Brian Chlebowski
Kenny
Willie Garson
Craig
Dick Clark
Self
Perrey Reeves
Amanda
Lisa Gerstein
Leslie Gonzalez
Cleo Adell
Square-Q Girl
Richard Scobie
Music Video D.P.
Release History & Theatrical Window
Sundance Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
October 29, 1999
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Financials & Box Office Performance
Production Budget
Undisclosed
Filming & production cost
Worldwide Gross
$11K
Total global ticket sales
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Donal Lardner Ward
- Screenplay & Story
- Tony Guma, Donal Lardner Ward
- Original Score
- Robbie Kondor
- Original Title
- The Suburbans
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 21m
- Worldwide Gross
- $11K
- Production Studios
- TriStar Pictures, Motion Picture Corporation of America, Ignite Entertainment
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Donal Lardner Ward
Tony Guma, Donal Lardner Ward
Robbie Kondor
Michael Barrett
Kathryn Himoff
Leanna Creel, George Linardos, Tim Foster, Brad Krevoy, Marc Butan
Department Leadership Roster
Donal Lardner Ward
Director
Tony Guma
Writer
Donal Lardner Ward
Writer
Leanna Creel
Producer
Brad Krevoy
Producer
Kathryn Himoff
Editor
Michael Burns
Producer
Susan Bolles
Production Design
Pamela Withers
Costume Design
J.J. Abrams
Producer
Robbie Kondor
Original Music Composer
Michael Barrett
Director of Photography
Frank Ceglia
Stunt Coordinator
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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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 The Suburbans
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What is The Suburbans about?
The Suburbans, a one-hit-wonder new wave band from the '80s, reunite at their bassist's wedding, where a promising young record executive sees the ensemble perform. When she encourages them to launch a revival, the group must weigh their dreams of fame and fortune against the reality of their relatively quiet domestic lives.
Who directed The Suburbans?
The Suburbans was directed by Donal Lardner Ward.
Who stars in The Suburbans?
The principal cast of The Suburbans includes Craig Bierko, Amy Brenneman, Antonio Fargas, Will Ferrell, Tony Guma.
When was The Suburbans released and how long is it?
The Suburbans was released in 1999 with a total runtime of 1h 21m.
How much did The Suburbans make at the box office?
The Suburbans grossed $11K in worldwide ticket sales.
Who composed the musical score for The Suburbans?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Suburbans was composed by Robbie Kondor.
What is the age rating and content advisory for The Suburbans?
The Suburbans holds official age classifications: US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).