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The Rock and Roller Disco Movie of the Year! - Skatetown, U.S.A.
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Title: Skatetown, U.S.A.

Release Date: 1 Oct 1979

Runtime: 1h 38m

Genre: Comedy

Director: Skatetown, Kyushu Asahi Broadcasting, Columbia Pictures, Rastar Productions

Production Companies: Skatetown, Kyushu Asahi Broadcasting, Columbia Pictures, Rastar Productions

Overview: A street-gang leader challenges a handsome young skater in a championship contest at the local roller-disco rink.

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Average Vote: 5 (12 votes)

Cast

  • Richie: Scott Baio
  • Harvey Ross: Flip Wilson
  • Frankey: Ron Palillo
  • Elvira: Ruth Buzzi
  • Dave Mason: Dave Mason
  • Stan: Greg Bradford
  • Susan: Maureen McCormick
  • Ace: Patrick Swayze
  • Jimmy: Billy Barty
  • Irwin: David Landsberg
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