Xanadu movie poster

Xanadu

"A Fantasy, A Musical, A Place Where Dreams Come True."

August 8, 1980 1h 36m 5.7/10 (281 votes)

Originally released in 1980. Xanadu is a fantasy/science fiction film. directed by Robert Greenwald.

Starring Olivia Newton-John, Gene Kelly, and Michael Beck

Synopsis

Kira, a Greek muse incarnated on Earth to inspire people, helps Dan McGuire and an artist named Sonny Malone to meet. She inspires them to build a huge disco roller rink called Xanadu.

Quick Facts

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Release Date August 8, 1980 45 years ago
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Runtime 1h 36m 96 minutes total
User Rating 5.7/10 Mixed (281 votes)
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Budget $20M Production budget
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Box Office $22.8M 1.1x return
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Language English Original language
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Country United States of America Production

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
EN
Budget
$20,000,000
Revenue
$22,762,571

Production Companies

  • Universal Pictures

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Xanadu about?

Kira, a Greek muse incarnated on Earth to inspire people, helps Dan McGuire and an artist named Sonny Malone to meet. She inspires them to build a huge disco roller rink called Xanadu.

Who directed Xanadu?

Xanadu was directed by Robert Greenwald.

How long is Xanadu?

Xanadu has a runtime of 1 hours and 36 minutes (96 minutes total).

When was Xanadu released?

Xanadu was released on August 8, 1980 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in Xanadu?

The main cast of Xanadu includes Olivia Newton-John, Gene Kelly, Michael Beck, James Sloyan, Katie Hanley.

Is Xanadu worth watching?

Xanadu has a user rating of 5.7/10 based on 281 reviews, indicating mixed reception from audiences.