Krush Groove(1985)
“It's chillin'!”
Overview
Russell Walker is a young, successful manager of rap performers, handling acts for the Krush Groove label, including Run-DMC and The Fat Boys. When Run-D.M.C. has a hit record and Russell needs more money to press more copies, he borrows it from a street hustler and soon regrets his decision.
Director
Michael Schultz
Studio
Crystalite Productions
Budget
$3M
Revenue
$11M
Cast
Blair Underwood
as Russell Walker
Joseph Simmons
as Joseph Simmons
Darryl 'DMC' McDaniels
as DMC
Sheila E.
as Sheila E.
Kurtis Blow
as Kurtis Blow
LL Cool J
as LL Cool J
Rick Rubin
as Rick
Damon Wimbley
as The Fat Boys
Mark Morales
as The Fat Boys
Darren Robinson
as The Fat Boys
Chris Rock
as Person Standing Next to Club Phone During Fight (uncredited)
Coati Mundi
as Record Shop Owner (uncredited)
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Movie Facts
Release Year
1985
Runtime
1h 37m
Language
English
Rating
6.3 / 10
Budget
$3M
Box Office
$11M
Production Companies
Crystalite Productions • Film Development Fund • Visual Eyes Productions
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Where can I watch Krush Groove?▼
Check the "Where to Watch" section above for current streaming platforms, rental options, and purchase links for Krush Groove (1985).
What is Krush Groove about?▼
Russell Walker is a young, successful manager of rap performers, handling acts for the Krush Groove label, including Run-DMC and The Fat Boys. When Run-D.M.C. has a hit record and Russell needs more money to press more copies, he borrows it from a street hustler and soon regrets his decision.
Who directed Krush Groove?▼
Krush Groove was directed by Michael Schultz and released in 1985. It is a comedy, drama, music film.
How long is Krush Groove?▼
Krush Groove has a runtime of 1 hours and 37 minutes (97 minutes total).
Who stars in Krush Groove?▼
The cast of Krush Groove includes Blair Underwood as Russell Walker, Joseph Simmons as Joseph Simmons, Darryl 'DMC' McDaniels as DMC, Sheila E. as Sheila E., Kurtis Blow as Kurtis Blow and more.
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