BRATS
“Everybody wanted to be in the Brat Pack. Except them.”
Synopsis
In the 1980s, Andrew McCarthy was part of a young generation of actors who were set to take over Hollywood after a string of successful teen movies. However, when the New York magazine cover story in 1985 dubs them the Brat Pack, stars in the making suddenly find themselves losing control over the trajectory of their careers. Now, almost forty years later, McCarthy looks to reconnect with peers and co-stars so that together they can reflect on their respective legacies.
Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
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Official TrailerOfficial
Type: Trailer • Published 2024-05-22
Top Cast
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Andrew McCarthy
Self
Emilio Estevez
Self
Ally Sheedy
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Demi Moore
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Rob Lowe
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Timothy Hutton
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Lea Thompson
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Jon Cryer
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David Blum
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Lauren Shuler Donner
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Howard Deutch
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Bret Easton Ellis
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Kate Erbland
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Malcolm Gladwell
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Susannah Gora
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Marci Liroff
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Ira Madison III
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Michael Oates Palmer
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Release History & Theatrical Window
Tribeca Festival
Festival / Special Debut
June 13, 2024
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Andrew McCarthy
- Screenplay & Story
- Andrew McCarthy
- Original Score
- Edo van Breemen, Johannes Winkler
- Original Title
- BRATS
- Country of Origin
- Canada, United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 32m
- Production Studios
- Network Entertainment, ABC News Studios, NEON
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Andrew McCarthy
Andrew McCarthy
Edo van Breemen, Johannes Winkler
Brandon Hickman, Evans Brown, Adrian Buitenhuis, Derek Howard, Alice Boucherie, Edward Herrera
Tony Kent
Brian Gersh, Andrew McCarthy, Adrian Buitenhuis, Dan O'Meara, Kent Wingerak
Department Leadership Roster
Andrew McCarthy
Director
Adrian Buitenhuis
Producer
Derik Murray
Producer
Tony Kent
Editor
Evans Brown
Director of Photography
Adrian Buitenhuis
Director of Photography
Edo van Breemen
Original Music Composer
Johannes Winkler
Original Music Composer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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International Certification Matrix
Mature — Recommended for viewers 15 and older.
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Frequently Asked Questions About BRATS
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What is BRATS about?
In the 1980s, Andrew McCarthy was part of a young generation of actors who were set to take over Hollywood after a string of successful teen movies. However, when the New York magazine cover story in 1985 dubs them the Brat Pack, stars in the making suddenly find themselves losing control over the trajectory of their careers. Now, almost forty years later, McCarthy looks to reconnect with peers and co-stars so that together they can reflect on their respective legacies.
Who directed BRATS?
BRATS was directed by Andrew McCarthy.
Who stars in BRATS?
The principal cast of BRATS includes Andrew McCarthy, Emilio Estevez, Ally Sheedy, Demi Moore, Rob Lowe.
When was BRATS released and how long is it?
BRATS was released in 2024 with a total runtime of 1h 32m.
Who composed the musical score for BRATS?
The original motion picture soundtrack for BRATS was composed by Edo van Breemen, Johannes Winkler.
Is BRATS based on a book or true story?
BRATS is adapted from the following source material: Book: "Andrew McCarthy".
What is the age rating and content advisory for BRATS?
BRATS holds official age classifications: AU: M (Mature — Recommended for viewers 15 and older.).