American Raspberry
“The Movie That Grabs TV by the Dials and Won't Let Go!”
Synopsis
Some unknown source has interrupted all television transmissions around the world. In place of the regular broadcasts, a lineup of extremely tasteless programs and commercials have been substituted. Included in the mix are such show as The Shitheads, The Charles Whitman Invitational, and commercials for a number of improbable products.
Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
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Prime Time (aka American Raspberry - 1977) - Trailer
Type: Trailer • Published 2009-06-18
Top Cast
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Joanna Cassidy
Lisa Allen
Warren Oates
Celebrity Sportsman
Harry Shearer
Trucker's Friend
Susan Doukas
Loan Officer
Nancy Parsons
Lady Mailperson
Peter Kastner
David
Mary Steelsmith
Count's Blond Girlfriend
Paul Zegler
Suspicious Man
Harris Yulin
Charles Conlin
Alan Wittert
Paranoid Man
Mike Wagner
Senator Simon
Herb Voland
Admiral Taft
Lou Tiano
Pete
Cynthia Szigeti
Dawn
Laurie Zimmer
Miracle White Lady
Royce D. Applegate
Miracle White Announcer
Ken Sylk
Artie
Jessica Swirnoff
Alice
Release History & Theatrical Window
September 12, 1977
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Bradley R. Swirnoff
- Screenplay & Story
- Bradley R. Swirnoff, Stephen Feinberg, John Baskin, Roger Shulman
- Original Score
- Ken Lauber
- Original Title
- American Raspberry
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 15m
- Production Studios
- The Cannon Group, Chartwell Films
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Bradley R. Swirnoff
Bradley R. Swirnoff, Stephen Feinberg, John Baskin, Roger Shulman
Ken Lauber
Matthew F. Leonetti
Geoffrey Rowland
Marc Trabulus, Robin French
Department Leadership Roster
Bradley R. Swirnoff
Writer
Stephen Feinberg
Writer
Geoffrey Rowland
Editor
John Baskin
Writer
Roger Shulman
Writer
Marc Trabulus
Producer
Ken Lauber
Original Music Composer
Bradley R. Swirnoff
Director
Matthew F. Leonetti
Director of Photography
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 American Raspberry
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is American Raspberry about?
Some unknown source has interrupted all television transmissions around the world. In place of the regular broadcasts, a lineup of extremely tasteless programs and commercials have been substituted. Included in the mix are such show as The Shitheads, The Charles Whitman Invitational, and commercials for a number of improbable products.
Who directed American Raspberry?
American Raspberry was directed by Bradley R. Swirnoff.
Who stars in American Raspberry?
The principal cast of American Raspberry includes Joanna Cassidy, Warren Oates, Harry Shearer, Susan Doukas, Nancy Parsons.
When was American Raspberry released and how long is it?
American Raspberry was released in 1977 with a total runtime of 1h 15m.
Who composed the musical score for American Raspberry?
The original motion picture soundtrack for American Raspberry was composed by Ken Lauber.
What is the age rating and content advisory for American Raspberry?
American Raspberry holds official age classifications: US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).