The Pompatus of Love
“Woman are a mystery”
Synopsis
Four guys sit around drinking beer and talking, trying to figure out the meaning of "the pompatus of love" (from the Steve Miller song "Joker") and analyzing their relationships with women.
Top Cast
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Adrian Pasdar
Josh
Jon Cryer
Mark
Tim Guinee
Runyon
Adam Oliensis
Phil
Mia Sara
Cynthia
Paige Turco
Gina
Arabella Field
Lori - Phil's Wife
Dana Wheeler-Nicholson
Kathryn
Kristin Scott Thomas
Caroline
John Hoyt
Big Toe
Charlie Murphy
Saxophone Man
Helen Haft
Real Estate Broker
John Norman Thomas
Cabbie
Lianna Pai
Ting
Kristen Wilson
Tasha
Angela Featherstone
Times Square Kisser
Jennifer Tilly
Tarzaan
Release History & Theatrical Window
July 26, 1996
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Richard Schenkman
- Screenplay & Story
- Jon Cryer, Richard Schenkman, Adam Oliensis
- Original Score
- John Hill
- Original Title
- The Pompatus of Love
- Country of Origin
- United States of America, France
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 39m
- Production Studios
- BMG Independents
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Richard Schenkman
Jon Cryer, Richard Schenkman, Adam Oliensis
John Hill
Russell Lee Fine
Dan Rosen
Pascal Caucheteux, D.J Paul, Jon Resnik
Department Leadership Roster
Richard Schenkman
Director
Jon Cryer
Writer
Richard Schenkman
Writer
Adam Oliensis
Writer
Pascal Caucheteux
Producer
Dan Rosen
Editor
D.J Paul
Producer
Jon Resnik
Producer
John Hill
Original Music Composer
Russell Lee Fine
Director of Photography
Michael Krantz
Production Design
Carolyn Grifel
Costume Design
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.
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Pompatus of Love
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is The Pompatus of Love about?
Four guys sit around drinking beer and talking, trying to figure out the meaning of "the pompatus of love" (from the Steve Miller song "Joker") and analyzing their relationships with women.
Who directed The Pompatus of Love?
The Pompatus of Love was directed by Richard Schenkman.
Who stars in The Pompatus of Love?
The principal cast of The Pompatus of Love includes Adrian Pasdar, Jon Cryer, Tim Guinee, Adam Oliensis, Mia Sara.
When was The Pompatus of Love released and how long is it?
The Pompatus of Love was released in 1996 with a total runtime of 1h 39m.
Who composed the musical score for The Pompatus of Love?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Pompatus of Love was composed by John Hill.
What is the age rating and content advisory for The Pompatus of Love?
The Pompatus of Love holds official age classifications: US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).