
Eddie and the Cruisers Collection
2 movies · 1983–1989
The Eddie and the Cruisers Collection is a two-film series spanning from 1983 to 1989. The collection centers on the story of a 1960s rock band and the enigmatic figure of their leader, Eddie Wilson. A central element of the narrative revolves around missing tapes of the band's unreleased album, which intertwines with themes of fame, creative expression, and the possibility of renewed purpose. The films blend elements of comedy and drama, exploring relationships, loss, and eventual redemption, all while capturing the atmosphere of the 1960s through its distinctive fashion, music, and storytelling style. The series features a compelling cast and utilizes evocative cinematography to portray the band's journey and the powerful influence of music on individual lives. Across the two films, the collection encompasses a total runtime of 199 minutes and a reported revenue of 4786789. The collection includes Eddie and the Cruisers (1983), which has an IMDb rating of 7.0, and Eddie and the Cruisers II: Eddie Lives! (1989), with an IMDb rating of 6.3.
Franchise cast
Michael ParéEddie Wilson / Joe West
Matthew LauranceSal AmatoMichael 'Tunes' AntunesWendell Newton
Joe PantolianoDoc Robbins
Tom BerengerFrank Ridgeway
Ellen BarkinMaggie Foley
Vlasta VranaFrank
John StockwellKeith Livingston
Kate LynchLindsay Caputo
Larry KingTV Talk Show Host
Roberto LombardiNightclub Patron (uncredited)Howard JohnsonWendell's replacement
Bernie CoulsonRick Diesel
Harvey AtkinLew Eisen
Kenny VanceLew Elson
Bo DiddleyLegendary Guitarist
Marina OrsiniDiane ArmaniPaul MarkleCharlie 'Sexy' Tanzie
Louis D'EspositoGuitar Player at El MarkoMichael RhoadesDave Pagent
