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Mystery Train

September 6, 1989 1h 46m 7.3/10 (486 votes)

Originally released in 1989. Mystery Train is a comedy film. directed by Jim Jarmusch.

Starring Youki Kudoh, Masatoshi Nagase, and Screamin' Jay Hawkins

Synopsis

In Memphis, Tennessee, over the course of a single night, the Arcade Hotel, run by an eccentric night clerk and a clueless bellboy, is visited by a young Japanese couple traveling in search of the roots of rock; an Italian woman in mourning who stumbles upon a fleeing charlatan girl; and a comical trio of accidental thieves looking for a place to hide.

Quick Facts

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Release Date September 6, 1989 36 years ago
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Runtime 1h 46m 106 minutes total
User Rating 7.3/10 Great (486 votes)
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Budget $2.8M Production budget
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Box Office $1.5M 0.6x return
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Language English Original language
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Country Japan + 1 more

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
EN
Budget
$2,800,000
Revenue
$1,544,973

Production Companies

  • Mystery Train
  • JVC

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Mystery Train about?

In Memphis, Tennessee, over the course of a single night, the Arcade Hotel, run by an eccentric night clerk and a clueless bellboy, is visited by a young Japanese couple traveling in search of the ...

Who directed Mystery Train?

Mystery Train was directed by Jim Jarmusch.

How long is Mystery Train?

Mystery Train has a runtime of 1 hours and 46 minutes (106 minutes total).

When was Mystery Train released?

Mystery Train was released on September 6, 1989 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in Mystery Train?

The main cast of Mystery Train includes Youki Kudoh, Masatoshi Nagase, Screamin' Jay Hawkins, Cinqué Lee, Nicoletta Braschi.

Is Mystery Train worth watching?

Mystery Train has a user rating of 7.3/10 based on 486 reviews, indicating very good reception from audiences.