Krush Groove

Krush Groove 1985

6.5/10

IMDB Rating : 6.5

FD Smart Rating : 6.5

Synopsis : A manager of rap artists borrows money to make ends meet but can't repay the loan in this cult classic about the 1980s New York hip-hop underground.

Regions Available ( 2 ) :
Norway , Sweden

Directors:

Michael Schultz

Actors:

Jam Master Jay , Fat Boys , Daniel Simmons , Lisa Gay Hamilton , Run DMC , Blair Underwood , Russell Simmons , Kurtis Blow , Joseph Simmons , Darren Robinson , Sheila E. , Mark Morales , Darryl McDaniels , Damon Wimbley , Charles Stettler , Jason Mizell , LisaGay Hamilton

Creators:

Ralph Farquhar

Languages:

English [Original]

Subtitles:

Norwegian , English , Danish , Swedish , Finnish

Genres:

Comedy, Drama, Music

Release Date:

1985

Run Time:

1h34m

Maturity Rating:

Recommended for ages 13 and over

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