Straight to Hell
“A story of blood, money, guns, coffee, and sexual tension.”
Synopsis
A gang of bank robbers with a suitcase full of money go to the desert to hide out. After burying the loot, they find their way to a surreal town full of cowboys who drink an awful lot of coffee.
Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
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STRAIGHT TO HELL. 1987
Type: Trailer • Published 2013-05-30
Top Cast
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Dick Rude
Willy
Sy Richardson
Norwood
Courtney Love
Velma
Joe Strummer
Simms
Jennifer Balgobin
Fabienne
Miguel Sandoval
George
Shane MacGowan
Bruno McMahon
Spider Stacy
Angel Eyes McMahon
Xander Berkeley
Preacher McMahon
Biff Yeager
Frank McMahon
Terry Woods
Tom McMahon
James Fearnley
Jimmy McMahon
Andrew Ranken
Lance McMahon
Philip Chevron
Ed McMahon
Ed Pansullo
Mac McMahon
Martin Turner
Stupid McMahon
Paul Verner
Repo McMahon
Cait O'Riordan
Slim McMahon
Release History & Theatrical Window
June 26, 1987
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Alex Cox
- Screenplay & Story
- Alex Cox, Dick Rude
- Original Score
- Dan Wool
- Original Title
- Straight to Hell
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 26m
- Production Studios
- Commies From Mars Corporation, Initial Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Alex Cox
Alex Cox, Dick Rude
Dan Wool
Tom Richmond
David Martin
Eric Fellner, Paul Raphael, Cary Brokaw, Scott Millaney
Department Leadership Roster
Eric Fellner
Producer
Tom Richmond
Director of Photography
David Martin
Editor
Paul Raphael
Producer
Alex Cox
Director
Andrew McAlpine
Production Design
Pam Tait
Costume Design
Dan Wool
Original Music Composer
Alex Cox
Writer
Dick Rude
Writer
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About Straight to Hell
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Straight to Hell about?
A gang of bank robbers with a suitcase full of money go to the desert to hide out. After burying the loot, they find their way to a surreal town full of cowboys who drink an awful lot of coffee.
Who directed Straight to Hell?
Straight to Hell was directed by Alex Cox.
Who stars in Straight to Hell?
The principal cast of Straight to Hell includes Dick Rude, Sy Richardson, Courtney Love, Joe Strummer, Jennifer Balgobin.
When was Straight to Hell released and how long is it?
Straight to Hell was released in 1987 with a total runtime of 1h 26m.
Who composed the musical score for Straight to Hell?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Straight to Hell was composed by Dan Wool.