Dudes 1987
“They were looking for the American Dream. . . They found the American Nightmare.”
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 90 minutes
- Director
- Penelope Spheeris
- Network
- The Vista Organization
What is Dudes?
Dudes is a film first released in 1987. Catalogued under Comedy, Western.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 1987
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 90 minutes
- Release date
- Aug 1, 1987
- Studios
- The Vista Organization
- Genres
- Comedy, Western
- Updated
At a glance
- Rating
- ★ TMDB users: 5.7/10
- Episode runtime
- ~90 minutes
- Status
- Released
- Network
- The Vista Organization
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Overview
Dudes is a film first released in 1987. Catalogued under Comedy, Western. Produced and broadcast by The Vista Organization. Current status: Released.
Should you watch it?
“Two city punks ride a VW bug across America seeking revenge in a goofy western road trip.”
- Penelope Spheeris directs a quirky genre blend
- Features early performances by Jon Cryer and Flea
- Energetic road‑trip vibe with punk spirit
- Reception was mixed, with a modest 62% rating on a Czech review site
- Low-budget indie production may show rough edges
Watch it if you enjoy offbeat comedies that mash punk attitude with western road‑movie flair.
Rated R for language and violence, the film is suited for mature audiences.
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Frequently asked questions
Who directed Dudes?
Penelope Spheeris directed the 1987 film.
What genre does Dudes belong to?
It is a comedy that blends western and adventure elements.
When was Dudes released?
It opened in the United States on August 1, 1987 and screened at the Toronto International Film Festival in September 1987.
Who are some of the main cast members?
The film stars Jon Cryer, Daniel Roebuck, Flea, Lee Ving, and Billy Ray Sharkey.
What is the film's rating?
Dudes is rated R, reflecting language and violence.
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