Slam Dance
“It's not about dancing!”
Synopsis
When framed for the murder of a sultry blonde, an underground cartoonist is drawn into a web of corruption, blackmail and deceit.
Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
Official promotional previews, behind-the-scenes footage, and exclusive clips.
Slam Dance (1987) ORIGINAL TRAILER
Type: Trailer • Published 2018-02-04
Top Cast
Explore Star Directory →
Tom Hulce
C.C. Drood
Mary Elizabeth Mastrantonio
Helen Drood
Virginia Madsen
Yolanda Caldwell
Don Keith Opper
Buddy
Adam Ant
Jim Campbell
Harry Dean Stanton
Det. Benjamin Smiley
John Doe
Det. John Gilbert
Lin Shaye
Librarian
Millie Perkins
Bobby Nye
Judith Barsi
Bean
Robert Beltran
Frank
Rosalind Chao
Mrs. Margaret Bell
Lisa Niemi
Mrs. Adrienne Schell
Herta Ware
Mrs. Raines
Release History & Theatrical Window
Cannes Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
October 2, 1987
Wide Cinema Exhibition
March 16, 1990
Physical Home Media
Financials & Box Office Performance
Production Budget
Undisclosed
Filming & production cost
Worldwide Gross
$407K
Total global ticket sales
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Wayne Wang
- Screenplay & Story
- Don Keith Opper
- Original Score
- Mitchell Froom
- Original Title
- Slam Dance
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom, United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 39m
- Worldwide Gross
- $407K
- Production Studios
- Sho Films, Island Pictures, Zenith Entertainment
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Wayne Wang
Don Keith Opper
Mitchell Froom
Amir Mokri
Sandy Nervig, Lee Percy
Cary Brokaw, Rupert Harvey, Barry Opper
Department Leadership Roster
Wayne Wang
Director
Don Keith Opper
Writer
Michael Cassidy
Stunt Coordinator
Rupert Harvey
Producer
Barry Opper
Producer
Amir Mokri
Director of Photography
Sandy Nervig
Editor
Lee Percy
Editor
Eugenio Zanetti
Production Design
Malissa Daniel
Costume Design
Mitchell Froom
Original Music Composer
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
FSK 16 — Restricted to viewers aged 16 and older.
Tous publics — Universal audience.
Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for Slam Dance.
Featured In Curated Collections
Editorial lists, community rankings, and cinematic collections featuring Slam Dance.
Mid Hunting List
A list of mids found by Mid Hunters
My Movies
Master List In Progress
All BluRay Movies EVER
desc
Best Worldwide (18+ Adult Sex Erotic) Movies (2021)
MGM+ US - Mystery Movies
Curated list of Most Popular on MGM+ (US). Updated frequently. Last updated August 28, 2026.
Mystery Movies (Top Rated From 1980 to Today)
More Like Slam Dance
Recommended titles matching themes, cast, and genres.
Frequently Asked Questions About Slam Dance
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Slam Dance about?
When framed for the murder of a sultry blonde, an underground cartoonist is drawn into a web of corruption, blackmail and deceit.
Who directed Slam Dance?
Slam Dance was directed by Wayne Wang.
Who stars in Slam Dance?
The principal cast of Slam Dance includes Tom Hulce, Mary Elizabeth Mastrantonio, Virginia Madsen, Don Keith Opper, Adam Ant.
When was Slam Dance released and how long is it?
Slam Dance was released in 1987 with a total runtime of 1h 39m.
How much did Slam Dance make at the box office?
Slam Dance grossed $407K in worldwide ticket sales.
Who composed the musical score for Slam Dance?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Slam Dance was composed by Mitchell Froom.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Slam Dance?
Slam Dance holds official age classifications: DE: 16 (FSK 16 — Restricted to viewers aged 16 and older.); FR: U (Tous publics — Universal audience.); US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).