---
title: "Krush Groove"
year: 1985
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/krush-groove-1985"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 29463
imdb_id: "tt0089444"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 97
community_rating: 6.4
vote_count: 55
content_rating: "R"
---

# Krush Groove (1985) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/krush-groove-1985

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Topic: Film "Krush Groove" (1985).
Goal: Factual, original 150-190 word overview.
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Word count: 150-190 words.
Title: Krush Groove.
Year: 1985.
Release Date: 10/25/1985 (US).
Genre: Comedy, Drama, and Music (Source 1); Comedy (Source 5).
Runtime: 1h 37m (Source 1); 125 minutes (Source 5).
Director: Michael Schultz.
Producers: Michael Schultz and Doug McHenry.
Writer: Ralph Farquhar.
Studio/Company: Warner Bros.
Plot: Russell Walker is a young, successful manager of rap performers for the Krush Groove label. He handles acts including Run-DMC and The Fat Boys. When Run-D.M.C. has a hit record, Russell needs more money to press more copies and borrows it from a street hustler, a decision he soon regrets.
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## The Hook & The Verdict

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | Hoopla | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies |
| **United Kingdom (GB)** | None | None | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, YouTube |
| **Canada (CA)** | None | Hoopla | Apple TV Store, YouTube, Amazon Video |
| **Australia (AU)** | None | None | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, YouTube |

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Michael Schultz
- **Networks / Studios**: Crystalite Productions, Film Development Fund, Visual Eyes Productions

## Key Cast Continuity

- **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*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: Where can I stream or watch Krush Groove online?
Krush Groove is currently available to watch or stream on Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store. Check our live regional availability tracker above for latest direct streaming, subscription, rent, or purchase options.

### Q: Is Krush Groove worth watching?
Krush Groove holds a community rating of 6.4/10 based on 55 verified viewer ratings. It offers engaging Comedy, Drama for fans of the genre.

### Q: How long is the movie Krush Groove and when was it released?
Krush Groove is a feature film with a runtime of 97 minutes. It was released in 1985. Release status: Released.

### Q: Who directed Krush Groove?
Krush Groove was directed by Michael Schultz.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [Krush Groove — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/29463)
- [Krush Groove (1985)](https://www.themoviedb.org/)
- [Krush Groove - OldSchoolHipHop.Com](https://www.oldschoolhiphop.com/video/krushgroove.htm)
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- [Krush Groove - Film | Park Circus](https://parkcircus.com/film/110202-Krush-Groove)
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