Ringo 1978
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 49 minutes
- Director
- Jeff Margolis
- Network
- D.I.R. Broadcasting
What is Ringo?
Ringo is a film first released in 1978. Catalogued under Music, Comedy, TV Movie.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 1978
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 49 minutes
- Release date
- Apr 25, 1978
- Studios
- D.I.R. Broadcasting
- Genres
- Music, Comedy, TV Movie
- Updated
At a glance
- Rating
- ★ TMDB users: 5.6/10
- Episode runtime
- ~49 minutes
- Status
- Released
- Network
- D.I.R. Broadcasting
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Ringo is a film first released in 1978. Catalogued under Music, Comedy, TV Movie. Produced and broadcast by D.I.R. Broadcasting. Current status: Released.
Should you watch it?
“Ringo Starr swaps lives with his Hollywood doppelgänger for a day of comic chaos.”
- Ringo Starr showcases his own humor in a dual role
- Sharp satire of celebrity culture
- Features a quirky supporting cast
- Short TV runtime limits narrative depth
- Production values reflect 1970s television standards
Watch it if you enjoy playful celebrity parodies and whimsical 1970s TV comedy.
The film is a light comedy suitable for general audiences.
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When was Ringo released?
It premiered in the United States on April 25, 1978 as a made‑for‑television movie.
Who wrote the film?
The screenplay was written by Neal Israel and Pat Proft.
Who directed Ringo?
Jeff Margolis directed the television film.
Which actors appear alongside Ringo Starr?
The cast includes Angie Dickinson, John Ritter, Carrie Fisher, and Art Carney.
What is the basic premise?
Ringo Starr, tired of fame, meets a look‑alike named Ognir Rrats and they briefly trade places.
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