---
title: "Tap"
year: 1989
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/tap-1989"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 16560
imdb_id: null
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 111
community_rating: 6.8
vote_count: 0
content_rating: "Unrated"
---

# Tap (1989) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/tap-1989

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Tap is a film first released in 1989. Catalogued under Drama, Music. Produced and broadcast by TriStar Pictures, Beco Films. Current status: Released.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "A recently released prisoner returns to a tap-dancing club facing old temptations and new opportunities."

### Why Watch
- explores the world of tap dancing and hoofer culture
- features a compelling conflict between crime and performance

### Caveats & Content Note
- contains themes of crime and former incarceration
- reunions bring tense and complicated relationships
- Tone & Suitability: The film deals with themes of crime, prison release, and personal conflict.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: dramatic, musical, gritty, nostalgic

## Streaming Availability Matrix

Direct streaming licensing updates dynamically. Consult the live tracking interface at https://www.archytele.com/show/tap-1989#watch.

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Nick Castle
- **Networks / Studios**: TriStar Pictures, Beco Films

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Gregory Hines** as *Max Washington*
- **Suzzanne Douglas** as *Amy Simms*
- **Sammy Davis Jr.** as *Little Mo*
- **Savion Glover** as *Louis Simms*
- **Joe Morton** as *Nicky*
- **Dick Anthony Williams** as *Francis*
- **Sandman  Sims** as *Sandman*
- **Bunny Briggs** as *Bunny*
- **Steve Condos** as *Steve*
- **Jimmy Slyde** as *Slim*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: Who is the main character?
The main character is Max Washington.

### Q: Why was Max in prison?
Max served time for burglary.

### Q: Where does Max go after his release?
He returns to his old hangout, a hoofer club.

### Q: How does Amy feel about Max's return?
Amy, his old girlfriend and a tap instructor at the club, is less than thrilled to see him.

### Q: What do Little Mo and Max's old partners want from him?
Little Mo has plans for a show involving Max, while his old partners in crime have another job for him.

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