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Type: Trailer • Published 2024-01-03
Top Cast
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Kevin J. O'Connor
Julius
Bulle Ogier
Cornelia
Harris Yulin
Elmore Silk
Tom Waits
Al Silk
Joe Strummer
Security Cop
Laurie Metcalf
Alice
Dr. John
Henry
Leon Redbone
Leon
Roberts Blossom
Archie
Tantoo Cardinal
Annie
Jayne Eastwood
Lucille
David Johansen
Keith Burns
Eric Mitchell
Gunther
Arto Lindsay
Arto
Mary Margaret O'Hara
Darlene
David Margulies
Lawyer
Rockets Redglare
Van Driver
Emile de Antonio
Lou Sultan
Release History & Theatrical Window
February 19, 1988
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Robert Frank, Rudy Wurlitzer
- Screenplay & Story
- Rudy Wurlitzer
- Original Score
- Dr. John, David Johansen, Rita MacNeil, Leon Redbone
- Original Title
- Candy Mountain
- Country of Origin
- Switzerland, Canada, France
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 31m
- Production Studios
- Xanadu Film, Films A2, Les Films Plain Chant, Les Films Vision 4, TS Productions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Robert Frank, Rudy Wurlitzer
Rudy Wurlitzer
Dr. John, David Johansen, Rita MacNeil, Leon Redbone
Pio Corradi
Jennifer Augé
Ruth Waldburger, Philippe Diaz
Department Leadership Roster
Robert Frank
Director
Rudy Wurlitzer
Director
Rudy Wurlitzer
Writer
Ruth Waldburger
Producer
Philippe Diaz
Producer
Jennifer Augé
Editor
Keith Currie
Production Design
Brad Ricker
Production Design
Pio Corradi
Director of Photography
Carol Wood
Costume Design
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Frequently Asked Questions About Candy Mountain
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Candy Mountain about?
A mediocre musician goes on the road in search of the world's greatest guitar maker.
Who directed Candy Mountain?
Candy Mountain was directed by Robert Frank, Rudy Wurlitzer.
Who stars in Candy Mountain?
The principal cast of Candy Mountain includes Kevin J. O'Connor, Bulle Ogier, Harris Yulin, Tom Waits, Joe Strummer.
When was Candy Mountain released and how long is it?
Candy Mountain was released in 1988 with a total runtime of 1h 31m.
Who composed the musical score for Candy Mountain?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Candy Mountain was composed by Dr. John, David Johansen, Rita MacNeil, Leon Redbone.