Eddie and the Cruisers II: Eddie Lives!

"The Legend, The Music, The Man."

1989 1h 44m EN

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★6.6TMDB · 48

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Synopsis

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In the sixties, Eddie and the Cruisers were the hottest band around. But the tragic death of its lead singer broke the band up...only Eddie is not dead. He works as a carpenter in Montreal, but his love of music forces him to create a new band which will have to struggle with its anonymity.

“The Legend, The Music, The Man.”

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Cast

Michael Paré
Eddie Wilson / Joe West
Marina Orsini
Diane Armani
Bernie Coulson
Rick Diesel
Matthew Laurance
Sal Amato
Kate Lynch
Lindsay Caputo
Harvey Atkin
Lew Eisen
Michael Rhoades
Dave Pagent
Anthony Sherwood
Hilton Overstreet

Credits

Behind the camera

Director: Jean-Claude Lord
Writers: Charles Zev Cohen, Rick Doehring
Languages: English
Countries: Canada, United States of America

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ERA

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37 years old — old enough to be someone's favourite childhood film.

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WORLD

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International production across 2 countries: Canada, United States of America.

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CINEMA

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Part of the "Eddie and the Cruisers Collection" — so the characters or world continue elsewhere.

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DIRECTOR

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Directed by Jean-Claude Lord, shot by René Verzier. Note their partnership — DPs and directors often return to each other across a career.

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DIRECTOR

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Original score by Marty Simon. Worth a dedicated listen after — most great films lose half their impact without the score.

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DIRECTOR

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Editor Jean-Guy Montpetit shaped the rhythm. On an edit-heavy film, the editor does more to control your pulse than the director.

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CAST

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Michael Paré and Marina Orsini and Bernie Coulson carry the top of the cast.

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FACT

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Marketing tagline: "The Legend, The Music, The Man.".

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The take

Jean-Claude Lord directs. René Verzier behind the camera. Marty Simon scores. Jean-Guy Montpetit cuts. Produced in Canada, United States of America. Dialogue in English.

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137 years old — old enough to be someone's favourite childhood film.
2International production across 2 countries: Canada, United States of America.
3Part of the "Eddie and the Cruisers Collection" — so the characters or world continue elsewhere.
4Directed by Jean-Claude Lord, shot by René Verzier. Note their partnership — DPs and directors often return to each other across a career.
5Original score by Marty Simon. Worth a dedicated listen after — most great films lose half their impact without the score.
6Editor Jean-Guy Montpetit shaped the rhythm. On an edit-heavy film, the editor does more to control your pulse than the director.
7Michael Paré and Marina Orsini and Bernie Coulson carry the top of the cast.
8Marketing tagline: "The Legend, The Music, The Man.".
9IMDB entry: tt0097262 — still the authoritative cross-reference for credits and trivia.
10Only 48 TMDB ratings — you're getting ahead of the curve on this one.

The technical file

Cinematography: René Verzier
Original score: Marty Simon
Editing: Jean-Guy Montpetit
Runtime: 104 min · 1h 44m
Aspect ratio (typical): 1.37:1 (Academy)
Status: Released
Original language: EN
Certification (US): PG-13
IMDB: Eddie and the Cruisers II: Eddie Lives! (1989)

Part of

Eddie and the Cruisers Collection

This film series follows a 1960s rock band's rise, fall, and potential comeback. Central to the story is Eddie Wilson, the charismatic leader whose mysterious death causes the band to disband. Missing tapes of their unreleased album drive the narrative, exploring themes of fame, creative expression, and resilience. The films blend comedy and drama, focusing on love, loss, and redemption. They capture the essence of the 1960s through fashion, music, and vibrant storytelling. The compelling cast and evocative cinematography highlight the band's journey, illustrating the powerful impact of music and personal determination.