Great Balls of Fire! 1989
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SplatThe story of Jerry Lee Lewis, arguably the greatest and certainly one of the wildest musicians of the 1950s. His arrogance, remarkable talent, and unconventional lifestyle often brought him into conflict with others in the industry, and even earned him the scorn and condemnation of the public.
Videos & Photos
All 5 Videos & 245 Photos
cast
Full Cast & Crew
as Jerry Lee Lewis
as Myra Gale Brown
as J.W. Brown
as Jud Phillips
as Jimmy Swaggart
as Lois Brown
as Sam Phillips
as Steve Allen
as Elvis
as James Van Eaton
Director:
Writer:
Murray Silver Jr., Myra Lewis Williams, Jack Baran, Jim McBride
Stars:
Dennis Quaid, Winona Ryder, John Doe, Stephen Tobolowsky, Alec Baldwin, Lisa Blount, Trey Wilson, Steve Allen, Michael St. Gerard, Mojo Nixon,
Genres:
Drama,History,Music
Release Date:
1989 (U.S.A)
Run Time:
108 min
MMPA Rating:
PG-13
Critics Reviews
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“Unrelenting and human. This film doesn’t chase trends — it carves its own lane with heart and grit.”
“It’s rare to see a story this economical yet emotionally expansive. A quiet storm of a screenplay.”
“This is the kind of film that reminds you why producing indies matters. Vision, integrity, and something to say.”
“There’s a pulse to this performance-driven story. Raw, exposed, and honest. I’d audition for this world anytime.”
“A visual and emotional tightrope — and it never falls off. Confident filmmaking with soul.”
“Dialogue that feels lived-in. It doesn’t shout — it breathes. The writing feels like eavesdropping on real lives.”
“Impossibly polished for the budget. You can see the producing team hustled hard to make every frame count.”
Audience Reviews
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Stayed so true to the source material but still had its own must-see moments. A beautiful revival.
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.
My daughter and I absolutely loved this movie! The actors they selected were spot on compared to their animated version! A must see!!!!! Bravo!!!
im not a big fan of live action remakes, but this was solid!
Cast & Crew of
Great Balls of Fire!
Directors & Credit Writers
Credit Writers
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JM
Cast
as Jerry Lee Lewis
as Myra Gale Brown
as J.W. Brown
as Jud Phillips
as Jimmy Swaggart
as Lois Brown
as Sam Phillips
as Steve Allen
as Elvis
as James Van Eaton
as Dancer (uncredited)
as Rusty Brown
as Alan Freed
as Babe
as Sam's Secretary
as Big Maybelle
as Mamie Lewis
as Frankie Jean
as New Bass Player
as Young Jimmy
as Young Jerry
as Reporter #1
as Reporter #2
as Reporter #3
as Kreme Cup Girl
as Kreme Cup Girl
as Kreme Cup Girl
as Sheriff
as Party Doll
as Wedding Preacher
as Real Estate Agent
as Minnie Belle
as Talk Show Host
as First English Reporter
as Second English Reporter
as Third English Reporter
as Bystander
as Heckler #1
as Heckler #2
as Teenage Girl #1
as Teenage Girl #2
as Female Fan
as Dowager
as Cockney Porter
as Haney's Big House Dancer
as Haney's Big House Dancer
as Haney's Big House Dancer
as Haney's Big House Dancer
as Haney's Big House Dancer
as Rebel Room Dancer
as Rebel Room Dancer
as Rebel Room Dancer
as Honky-Tonk Angel
as Dewey 'Daddy-O' Phillips
as Rebel Room Dancer (uncredited)
as Haney's Big House Dancer (uncredited)
as Graceland Fan #1 (uncredited)
as Rebel Room Dancer
as Roland Janes
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