Pump Up the Volume
“TALK HARD. STEAL THE AIR.”
Synopsis
Mark Hunter, a lonely high school student, uses his shortwave radio to moonlight as the popular pirate DJ "Hard Harry." When his show gets blamed for a teen committing suicide, the students clash with high school faculty and the authorities.
Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
Official promotional previews, behind-the-scenes footage, and exclusive clips.
Official Trailer
Type: Trailer • Published 2021-01-23
Top Cast
Explore Star Directory →
Christian Slater
Mark Hunter
Samantha Mathis
Nora Diniro
Annie Ross
Loretta Creswood
Scott Paulin
Brian Hunter
Mimi Kennedy
Marla Hunter
Andy Romano
Murdock
Keith Stuart Thayer
Luis Chavez
Cheryl Pollak
Paige Woodward
Jeff Chamberlain
Mr. Woodward
Lala Sloatman
Janie
Holly Sampson
Cheryl Biggs
Seth Green
Joey
Robert Schenkkan
David Deaver
Ellen Greene
Jan Emerson
Anthony Lucero
Malcolm Kaiser
Billy Morrissette
Mazz Mazzilli
Ahmet Zappa
Jamie
Matt McGrath
Chris
Release History & Theatrical Window
August 22, 1990
Wide Cinema Exhibition
December 21, 1999
Physical Home Media
Financials & Box Office Performance
Production Budget
Undisclosed
Filming & production cost
Worldwide Gross
$11.5M
Total global ticket sales
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Allan Moyle
- Screenplay & Story
- Allan Moyle
- Original Score
- Cliff Martinez
- Original Title
- Pump Up the Volume
- Country of Origin
- Canada, United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 42m
- Worldwide Gross
- $11.5M
- Production Studios
- New Line Cinema, SC Entertainment
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Allan Moyle
Allan Moyle
Cliff Martinez
Walt Lloyd, Newton Thomas Sigel
Janice Hampton, Larry Bock
Nicolas Stiliadis, Rupert Harvey, Sara Risher, Syd Cappe, Sandy Stern
Department Leadership Roster
Cliff Martinez
Original Music Composer
Walt Lloyd
Director of Photography
Janice Hampton
Editor
Larry Bock
Editor
Rupert Harvey
Producer
Allan Moyle
Director
Sandy Stern
Producer
Michael Cassidy
Stunt Coordinator
Robb Wilson King
Production Design
Michael Abbott
Costume Design
Allan Moyle
Writer
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
Mature — Recommended for viewers 15 and older.
FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.
Suitable only for 15 years and over.
Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for Pump Up the Volume.
Featured In Curated Collections
Editorial lists, community rankings, and cinematic collections featuring Pump Up the Volume.
Movie Watch List
My Movies
Master List In Progress
MNR
Abstrusest 2
NEW LIST
Watched Movies
Watched Movies
Similar Titles to Pump Up the Volume
Movies sharing stylistic DNA, tone, and thematic storytelling
7.0
7.1
6.0
8.0
6.8
5.5
6.5
6.4
6.0
7.6
6.7
6.7
6.5
8.3
7.6
10.0
6.2
More Like Pump Up the Volume
Recommended titles matching themes, cast, and genres.
Frequently Asked Questions About Pump Up the Volume
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Pump Up the Volume about?
Mark Hunter, a lonely high school student, uses his shortwave radio to moonlight as the popular pirate DJ "Hard Harry." When his show gets blamed for a teen committing suicide, the students clash with high school faculty and the authorities.
Who directed Pump Up the Volume?
Pump Up the Volume was directed by Allan Moyle.
Who stars in Pump Up the Volume?
The principal cast of Pump Up the Volume includes Christian Slater, Samantha Mathis, Annie Ross, Scott Paulin, Mimi Kennedy.
When was Pump Up the Volume released and how long is it?
Pump Up the Volume was released in 1990 with a total runtime of 1h 42m.
How much did Pump Up the Volume make at the box office?
Pump Up the Volume grossed $11.5M in worldwide ticket sales.
Who composed the musical score for Pump Up the Volume?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Pump Up the Volume was composed by Cliff Martinez.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Pump Up the Volume?
Pump Up the Volume holds official age classifications: AU: M (Mature — Recommended for viewers 15 and older.); DE: 12 (FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.); GB: 15 (Suitable only for 15 years and over.); US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).