Road House 1989

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56 Reviews

juicy rating
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sticky mess rating
23%
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The Double Deuce is the meanest, loudest and rowdiest bar south of the Mason-Dixon Line, and Dalton has been hired to clean it up. He might not look like much, but the Ph.D.-educated bouncer proves he's more than capable – busting the heads of troublemakers and turning the roadhouse into a jumping hot spot. But Dalton's romance with the gorgeous Dr. Clay puts him on the bad side of cutthroat local big shot Brad Wesley.

Patrick Swayze

as James Dalton

Kelly Lynch

as Dr. Elizabeth Clay

Sam Elliott

as Wade Garrett

Ben Gazzara

as Brad Wesley

Julie Michaels

as Denise

Red West

as Red Webster

Sunshine Parker

as Emmet

Kevin Tighe

as Frank Tilghman

John Doe

as Pat McGurn

Director:

Rowdy Herrington

Writer:

R. Lance Hill, Hilary Henkin

Genres:

Action,Thriller

Release Date:

1989 (U.S.A)

Run Time:

114 min

MMPA Rating:

R

Critics Reviews

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Nell Minow
Lena Moore ★ TOP CRITIC
Director of “Midnight Mercy”

“Unrelenting and human. This film doesn’t chase trends — it carves its own lane with heart and grit.”

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Bradley Vance ★ TOP CRITIC
Screenwriter of “Dust Country”

“It’s rare to see a story this economical yet emotionally expansive. A quiet storm of a screenplay.”

Nell Minow
Simone Alvarez ★ TOP CRITIC
Producer of “The Burning Floor”

“This is the kind of film that reminds you why producing indies matters. Vision, integrity, and something to say.”

Nell Minow
Harold Kim ★ TOP CRITIC
BAFTA-nominated Actor

“There’s a pulse to this performance-driven story. Raw, exposed, and honest. I’d audition for this world anytime.”

Nell Minow
Maya S. ★ TOP CRITIC
Director

“A visual and emotional tightrope — and it never falls off. Confident filmmaking with soul.”

Nell Minow
Chris D. ★ TOP CRITIC
Screenwriter

“Dialogue that feels lived-in. It doesn’t shout — it breathes. The writing feels like eavesdropping on real lives.”

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Olivia M. ★ TOP CRITIC
Producer

“Impossibly polished for the budget. You can see the producing team hustled hard to make every frame count.”

Audience Reviews

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Lena M

Incredibly done! Can’t wait to watch it again.

Nell Minow
Marty Tyson

Stayed so true to the source material but still had its own must-see moments. A beautiful revival.

Nell Minow
Hope Ayala

Overlong and bogged down in dark photography and art direction, this live action remake doesn’t come close to the magic that was the animated original.

Nell Minow
Jeff B.

My daughter and I absolutely loved this movie! The actors they selected were spot on compared to their animated version! A must see!!!!! Bravo!!!

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Tyler D.

im not a big fan of live action remakes, but this was solid!

Cast & Crew of

Road House

Directors & Credit Writers

Credit Writers

Cast

Patrick Swayze

as James Dalton

Kelly Lynch

as Dr. Elizabeth Clay

Sam Elliott

as Wade Garrett

Ben Gazzara

as Brad Wesley

Julie Michaels

as Denise

Red West

as Red Webster

Sunshine Parker

as Emmet

Kevin Tighe

as Frank Tilghman

John Doe

as Pat McGurn

Kathleen Wilhoite

as Carrie

Travis McKenna

as Jack

Roger Hewlett

as Younger

Bob Jennings

as Bandstand Bouncer

Kym Malin

as Party Girl

Jeff Healey

as Cody

Gary Hudson

as Steve

Joe Unger

as Karpis

Sheila Ryan

as Judy (as Sheila Caan)

Keith David

as Ernie Bass

Patricia Tallman

as Bandstand Babe

Heidi Paine

as Party Girl

Jacklyn Palmer

as Party Girl

Daryl Marsh

as Strip Joint Bartender

Laura Albert

as Strip Joint Girl

Christina Veronica

as Strip Joint Girl

Jasae

as Strip Joint Girl

Michele Burger

as Strip Joint Girl

Terry Funk

as Morgan

Susan Lentini

as Bandstand Babe

Cheryl Baker

as Well-Endowed Wife

Dawn Ciccone

as Steve's Girl

Benny Urquidez

as Laughing Henchman (uncredited)

Julie Royer

as Steve's Girl

Tiny Ron

as Mountain

Chino 'Fats' Williams

as Derelict

Christopher Collins

as Sharing Husband

Michael Rider

as O'Connor

John William Young

as Tinker

Joey Plewa

as Bandstand Tough Guy

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