Private Parts
“Never before has a man done so much with so little.”
Synopsis
The life and career of shock-jock superstar Howard Stern is recounted from his humble beginnings to his view from the top. Possessing a desire to be an on-air personality since childhood, Stern meanders through the radio world, always with his supportive wife, Alison, by his side. Landing a gig in Washington, D.C., Stern meets Robin Quivers, who will become his long-time partner in crime. When the two move to New York, they face the wrath of NBC executives.
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Type: Trailer • Published 2012-05-18
Top Cast
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Howard Stern
Howard Stern
Robin Quivers
Robin Quivers
Mary McCormack
Alison Stern
Fred Norris
Fred Norris
Paul Giamatti
Kenny
Gary Dell'Abate
Gary Dell'Abate
Jackie Martling
Jackie Martling
Carol Alt
Gloria
Richard Portnow
Ben Stern
Kelly Bishop
Ray Stern
Henry Goodman
Moti
Jonathan Hadary
Griff
Paul Hecht
Ross Buckingham
Allison Janney
Dee Dee
Michael Murphy
Roger Erlick
James Murtaugh
Payton
Reni Santoni
Vallesecca
Lee Wilkof
Marvin Mamoulian
Release History & Theatrical Window
March 7, 1997
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Financials & Box Office Performance
Production Budget
$28M
Filming & production cost
Worldwide Gross
$41.2M
Total global ticket sales
Box Office Return
1.47x
+$13.2M net gain
Theatrical Status
Budget Return
Box office tier
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Betty Thomas
- Screenplay & Story
- Michael Kalesniko, Len Blum
- Original Title
- Private Parts
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 49m
- Production Budget
- $28M
- Worldwide Gross
- $41.2M
- Production Studios
- Rysher Entertainment, Paramount Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Betty Thomas
Michael Kalesniko, Len Blum, Howard Stern
Walt Lloyd
Peter Teschner
Keith Samples, Daniel Goldberg, Joe Medjuck, Ivan Reitman
Department Leadership Roster
Michael Kalesniko
Screenplay
Betty Thomas
Director
Walt Lloyd
Director of Photography
Len Blum
Screenplay
Peter Teschner
Editor
Ivan Reitman
Producer
Joseph G. Aulisi
Costume Design
Charles Rosen
Production Design
Doug Coleman
Stunt Coordinator
Daniel W. Barringer
Stunt Coordinator
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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R: Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
International Certification Matrix
FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.
Tous publics — Universal audience.
Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Private Parts
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What is Private Parts about?
The life and career of shock-jock superstar Howard Stern is recounted from his humble beginnings to his view from the top. Possessing a desire to be an on-air personality since childhood, Stern meanders through the radio world, always with his supportive wife, Alison, by his side. Landing a gig in Washington, D.C., Stern meets Robin Quivers, who will become his long-time partner in crime. When the two move to New York, they face the wrath of NBC executives.
Who directed Private Parts?
Private Parts was directed by Betty Thomas.
Who stars in Private Parts?
The principal cast of Private Parts includes Howard Stern, Robin Quivers, Mary McCormack, Fred Norris, Paul Giamatti.
When was Private Parts released and how long is it?
Private Parts was released in 1997 with a total runtime of 1h 49m.
What was the box office and production budget of Private Parts?
Private Parts had a reported production budget of $28M and grossed $41.2M at the worldwide box office (1.47 return on budget, classified as a budget recovered).
Is Private Parts based on a book or true story?
Private Parts is adapted from the following source material: Book: "Howard Stern".
What is the age rating and content advisory for Private Parts?
Private Parts holds official age classifications: DE: 12 (FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.); FR: U (Tous publics — Universal audience.); US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).