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A Hard Day's Night (1964) 7.6
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7.6/10 from 21,790 users
Metascore: 95/100
Reviews: 186 user | 66 critic | 22 from Metacritic.com A 'typical' day in the life of the Beatles, including many of their famous songs. Director:Richard LesterWriter:Alun Owen (original screenplay) |
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Title: A Hard Day's Night (1964)
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Cast
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| John Lennon | ... | ||
| Paul McCartney | ... | ||
| George Harrison | ... | ||
| Ringo Starr | ... | ||
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Wilfrid Brambell | ... |
Grandfather
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Norman Rossington | ... |
Norm
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John Junkin | ... |
Shake
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| Victor Spinetti | ... |
T.V. Director
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| Anna Quayle | ... |
Millie
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| Deryck Guyler | ... |
Police Inspector
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Richard Vernon | ... |
Man on Train
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Edward Malin | ... |
Hotel Waiter
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Robin Ray | ... |
T.V. Floor Manager
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Lionel Blair | ... |
T.V. Choreographer
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Plot Synopsis
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The Beatles--the world's most famous rock and roll band--travel from their home town of Liverpool to London to perform in a television broadcast. Along the way they must rescue Paul's unconventional grandfather from various misadventures and drummer Ringo goes missing just before the crucial concert. Written by Jim Beaver <jumblejim@prodigy.net>
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Country:
UKRelease Date:
6 July 1964 (UK) See more »Also Known As:
Quatre garçons dans le vent See more »Box Office
Budget:
$560,000 (estimated)Opening Weekend:
$50,445 (USA) (1 December 2000)Gross:
$1,000,549 (USA) (2 February 2001)Company Credits
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Runtime:
Sound Mix:
Mono (RCA Sound Recording)Color:
Black and WhiteAspect Ratio:
1.75 : 1
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Paul: Oh ho, it's a laugh a line with Lennon!
John: Anyway, it's your fault.
Paul: Why me?
John: Why not you?
[pause, he looks around baggage holding, pats the dog next to him]
John: God, it's depressing in here, isn't it? Funny. They usually reckon dogs more than people in England. You'd expect something more palatial.
[turns back to Paul]
John: Let's do something then.
Paul: Like what?
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(1964) (uncredited)
Written by Paul McCartney
Performed by The Beatles
Published by Capitol Records
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Did You Know?
Trivia
Screenwriter Alun Owen claims that the only Beatle who ad-libbed was John Lennon. The truth is that all four members of The Beatles sparked each other's imagination and improvised. See more »Goofs
During the concert near the end, the set during 'She Loves You' changes. When the Beatles are shown on stage, there are big lights behind them. In the control room, the shots of the stage show pictures of the Beatles in the background. See more »Quotes
John: [to Grandpa as he sulks] Don't worry son, we'll get you the best lawyer green stamps can buy.Paul: Oh ho, it's a laugh a line with Lennon!
John: Anyway, it's your fault.
Paul: Why me?
John: Why not you?
[pause, he looks around baggage holding, pats the dog next to him]
John: God, it's depressing in here, isn't it? Funny. They usually reckon dogs more than people in England. You'd expect something more palatial.
[turns back to Paul]
John: Let's do something then.
Paul: Like what?
[...]
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Crazy Credits
The opening credits are superimposed over the action. The Beatles are running from a mob of fans while the title track plays. See more »Soundtracks
"Can't Buy Me Love"(1964) (uncredited)
Written by Paul McCartney
Performed by The Beatles
Published by Capitol Records
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"The first 60's film to ever waken my musical interest in pop music and electric guitars...not to mention, I wasn't even born then!" The film is full of great music and British humor by the Fab Four. It stars The Beatles themselves - John Lennon, Paul McCartney, George Harrison, and Ringo Starr in their first acting debut. The music they perform in this 'black and white' film are 7 'Lennon & McCartney' classics - from the title song, "A Hard Day's Night", to "Can't Buy Me Love" and "She Loves You". In the comedy skits of the film, The Beatles' drummer Ringo Starr, definitely leaves the other lads in a so-call 'run against time'. It's a fun and exciting film...a pop film on what 'Beatlemania' was all about back then in 1964. This classic is a must see for all upcoming Beatle fans from all around the world, as well as people and kids of all ages. "And for those of you who never felt the magic and excitement of The Beatles...like me, I promise that you will by the end of this fab film!"