Deadman's Curve (1978)
California in the early 60s... Fast living and instant fame until the music stopped
Things were cool. Chicks were pretty. Waves were groovy. Cars had muscle. Jan and Dean rode their wave to the top of the pop charts. Then, in 1966, on their way to becoming rock and roll legends, they have to cope with a devastating car crash that leaves Jan brain-damaged and their dreams shattered.
Director: Richard Compton
Genre: Drama, History, TV Movie
Runtime: 100 min
Release Date: February 3, 1978
Cast
- Richard Hatch - Jan Berry
- Bruce Davison - Dean Torrence
- Pamela Bellwood - Annie
- Floy Dean - Dr. Vivian Sheehan
- Denise DuBarry - Susan
- Priscilla Cory - Linda
- Kelly Ward - Billy
- Anne-Marie Martin - Nancy
- George D. Wallace - Bill Berry
- June Dayton - Clara Berry
Screenplay
- Dalene Young (Screenplay)
- Paul Morantz (Story)
Music: Fred Karlin
Cinematography: William Cronjager
Production: EMI Television, Roger Gimbel Productions
Country: United States of America
Language: English
Original Language: en
Themes
Historical Figures and Biographies, Inspiring True Stories, Behind the Music: Artist Biopics
Keywords
biography, car accident, pop music
More Films by Director: Richard Compton
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Deadman's Curve about?
- Things were cool. Chicks were pretty. Waves were groovy. Cars had muscle. Jan and Dean rode their wave to the top of the pop charts. Then, in 1966, on their way to becoming rock and roll legends, they have to cope with a devastating car crash that leaves Jan brain-damaged and their dreams shattered.
- Who directed Deadman's Curve?
- Deadman's Curve was directed by Richard Compton.
- Who stars in Deadman's Curve?
- Deadman's Curve stars Richard Hatch, Bruce Davison, Pamela Bellwood, Floy Dean, Denise DuBarry, Priscilla Cory.
- How long is Deadman's Curve?
- Deadman's Curve has a runtime of 1h 40m (100 minutes).
- What genre is Deadman's Curve?
- Deadman's Curve is a Drama, History, TV Movie film.
- Where was Deadman's Curve produced?
- Deadman's Curve was produced in United States of America.
- What are the themes of Deadman's Curve?
- The themes of Deadman's Curve include: Historical Figures and Biographies, Inspiring True Stories, Behind the Music: Artist Biopics.