Summer of 1963. Carson is getting married to her boyfriend so her friends Melaina, Pudge and Luanne take her to Myrtle Beach for one last irresponsible weekend.
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2 nominations.
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Cast
| Cast overview, first billed only: | |||
| Phoebe Cates | ... | Carson | |
| Scott Coffey | ... | Chip | |
| Bridget Fonda | ... | Melaina | |
| Annabeth Gish | ... | Pudge | |
| Page Hannah | ... | Luanne | |
| Robert Rusler | ... | Buzz | |
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Tyrone Power Jr. | ... | Harley |
| Jeff Yagher | ... | Jimmy Valentine | |
| Paul Lieber | ... | The Manager | |
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Donald Craig | ... | Senator Clatterbuck |
| Shirley Anne Field | ... | Mrs. Clatterbuck | |
| Leilani Sarelle | ... | Suette | |
| Carrie Hamilton | ... | Nadine | |
| Jay Baker | ... | Big Bob | |
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Joe Seely | ... | The Creep |
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Summer of 1963. Carson is getting married to her boyfriend so her friends Melaina, Pudge and Luanne take her to Myrtle Beach for one last irresponsible weekend. Written by Mattias Thuresson
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On a summer weekend in 1963, four girlfriends made memories that would last a lifetime.Parents Guide:
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Performed by La Vern Baker
Composed by Jerry Leiber, Mike Stoller
Published by Trio Music Co., Ltd.
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Nadine writes "SHAG TILL YOU GAG" on the bathroom wall with her lipstick. This cannot be seen on the VHS version of this movie because it is off screen. See more »Goofs
The Maroon Cadillac DeVille convertible that the girls drive to Myrtle Beach is a 1964 model and since new models traditionally did not appear until September of the year before (9/63 for a 1964 model) it should not appear in a movie set in June (right after HS graduation) 1963. You can tell it's a 1964 model by the maroon (body colored) band across the center of the grille. See more »Alternate Versions
Some video versions feature different songs on the soundtrack or no music at all in some scenes compared to the original release, probably due to licensing problems. See more »Soundtracks
SavedPerformed by La Vern Baker
Composed by Jerry Leiber, Mike Stoller
Published by Trio Music Co., Ltd.
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21 July 1989 (USA) See more »Also Known As:
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Budget:
$5,000,000 (estimated)Opening Weekend USA:
$2,029,496, 23 July 1989Gross USA:
$6,957,975Cumulative Worldwide Gross:
$6,957,975Company Credits
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I am from Myrtle Beach, SC ( where Shag takes place ) and I find the movie to be absolutely delightful. It takes place in the 60's with 4 young high school graduates just wanting to have a final hoo-rah before one of their best buds enters wedlock. The story follows the four girls through their very different weekends at the beach. All the while mingling the title of the movie with the actual dance that was and is all the craze on the Grand Strand. This movie is only rated PG but deals with a few stronger elements. It involves bad language, teen drinking and loss of virginity. Most will skim over children's heads, but parents still use caution. I watched the film a million times as a child and continue as an adult too. The movie is a perfect mix of scandal, mischief, young love, and music. Highly recommended as an all time favorite film.