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The Blues Brothers 1980

“They'll never get caught. They're on a mission from God.”

Status
Released
Runtime
133 minutes
Director
John Landis
Network
Universal Pictures
Where to Stream
Philo, AMC+ Amazon Channel, YouTube TV
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★ TMDB users: 7.7/10 from 4,598 votes R MusicComedyCrime Released
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What is The Blues Brothers?

The film "The Blues Brothers" is a musical comedy starring two brothers who reunite to help their alma mater. Jake Blues, a member of a band, has been released from prison and decides to reform his musical group.

Type
Film
Year
1980
Status
Released
Runtime
133 minutes
Release date
Jun 16, 1980
Original language
EN
Origin
United States of America
Studios
Universal Pictures
Budget
$27,000,000
Revenue
$115,229,890
Genres
Music, Comedy, Crime
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Rating
★ TMDB users: 7.7/10 from 4,598 votes
Episode runtime
~133 minutes
Status
Released
Network
Universal Pictures
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The film "The Blues Brothers" is a musical comedy starring two brothers who reunite to help their alma mater. Jake Blues, a member of a band, has been released from prison and decides to reform his musical group. The brothers aim to save the Catholic home where they were raised.

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Should you watch it?

“Two brothers reunite their band to save the Catholic home of their youth.”

Reasons to watch
  • Iconic musical performances
  • John Belushi and Dan Aykroyd's chemistry
  • Fast‑paced action comedy
Keep in mind
  • Violent chase scenes may not suit all viewers

Watch it if you enjoy high‑energy musical comedy with classic rock numbers.

The film mixes slapstick comedy, action and crime elements, making it appropriate for mature audiences.

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What genre does The Blues Brothers belong to?

It is a musical action comedy that also includes crime elements.

Who directed The Blues Brothers?

The film was directed by John Landis.

Who are the lead actors in the movie?

John Belushi stars as Jake Blues and Dan Aykroyd as Elwood Blues.

When was The Blues Brothers released?

It was released in the United States on June 16, 1980.

What is the basic premise of the film?

Jake Blues, newly out of prison, reforms his band to raise money to save the Catholic home where he and his brother were raised.

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