The Hollywood Knights

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"Beverly Hills and the civilized world will never forget them."
  • R
  • 1980
  • 1 hr 31 min
  • 6.2  (5,102)

The Hollywood Knights is a comedy film from 1980 directed by Floyd Mutrux. The movie follows a group of high school students in 1965, as they set out to wreak havoc on Beverly Hills on their last night as high school students. The film features an ensemble cast of up-and-coming stars, including Tony Danza, Michelle Pfeiffer, and Julius Averitt.

The film opens with the Hollywood Knights cruising down the streets of Los Angeles in their classic cars. They are a rowdy group of teens who get their kicks from pulling pranks and causing trouble. The guys are led by Newbomb Turk (Robert Wuhl), a fast-talking, wise-cracking joker who is always up for a good time. His best friend is Bobby who is sympathetic to women and helps his friend in every way possible.

The Knights have a longstanding rivalry with the Beverly Hills Police Department, who are determined to put an end to their antics once and for all. When the police chief (played by Gailard Sartain) declares that the Knights must disband, Turk and his crew decide to go out with a bang. They plan to pull the ultimate prank on the Beverly Hills cops, but things don't go quite as planned.

Along the way, we meet a cast of characters who are all struggling with their own issues. Tony Danza plays Duke, a greaser who is trying to win back his girlfriend Sally (Fran Drescher), while Michelle Pfeiffer plays Suzie Q, a young woman who is about to marry a man she doesn't love. Julius Averitt plays Junior, the only black member of the Hollywood Knights, and one of the few students at his school who is willing to stand up to racial injustice.

Despite the film's light-hearted tone, it touches on some serious themes, including racism, classism, and sexism. The Hollywood Knights takes place during a time of great societal upheaval, and the film reflects this. The characters are all trying to navigate a world that is changing around them, and they often find themselves at odds with the norms of their time.

The Hollywood Knights is a cult classic that has stood the test of time. It features a great soundtrack of classic rock and roll hits from the 50s and 60s, as well as plenty of cameos from famous actors and comedians. The film is a nostalgic trip back to a simpler time, and a reminder that even in the midst of chaos and upheaval, it's important to never lose sight of what's really important - friends, family, and having a good time.

The Hollywood Knights is a 1980 comedy with a runtime of 1 hour and 31 minutes. It has received moderate reviews from critics and viewers, who have given it an IMDb score of 6.2.

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  • Release Date
    1980
  • MPAA Rating
    R
  • Runtime
    1 hr 31 min
  • Language
    English
  • IMDB Rating
    6.2  (5,102)