Rocky Horror Picture Show (1975)
Originally based on a stage play, The Rocky Horror Picture show is considered one of the most significant countercultural films of all time and maintains a wide cult following to this day. The film stars Tim Curry, Susan Sarandon, and Barry Bostwick, and follows Brad and Janet, a young couple who, after experiencing car trouble on a stormy night, are taken in by scientist Dr. Frank-N-Furter, an alien transvestite who lives in a nearby castle with his equally colorful servants.
The Rocky Horror Picture Show
- Director
- Jim Sharman
- Release Date
- August 14, 1975
- Studio(s)
- 20th Century
- Distributor(s)
- 20th Century
- Cast
- Richard O'Brien , Peter Hinwood , Tim Curry , Barry Bostwick , Nell Campbell , Patricia Quinn , Susan Sarandon , Meat Loaf
- Writers
- Richard O'Brien , Jim Sharman
- Runtime
- 98 minutes
- Franchise(s)
- The Rocky Horror Picture Show
- Budget
- $1.2 million
Summary
A newly-engaged couple have a breakdown in an isolated area and must seek shelter at the bizarre residence of Dr. Frank-n-Furter.
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