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This Is Spinal Tap

1984 · 1h 22m · Released

R Comedy, Music

"This Is Spinal Tap" shines a light on the self-contained universe of a metal band struggling to get back on the charts, including everything from its complicated history of ups and downs, gold albums, name changes and undersold concert dates, along with the full host of requisite groupies, promoters, hangers-on and historians, sessions, release events and those special behind-the-scenes moments that keep it all real.

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Rob Reiner Director
Christopher Guest Nigel Tufnel
Michael McKean David St. Hubbins
Harry Shearer Derek Smalls
Rob Reiner Marty DiBergi
June Chadwick Jeanine Pettibone
Tony Hendra Ian Faith
Bruno Kirby Tommy Pischedda
Ed Begley Jr. John 'Stumpy' Pepys
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Frequently asked questions about This Is Spinal Tap

Where can I watch This Is Spinal Tap?

This Is Spinal Tap is available to stream on HBO Max Amazon Channel, Kanopy, and Hoopla in the US. Streaming availability is provided by JustWatch and can change over time.

What is This Is Spinal Tap about?

"This Is Spinal Tap" shines a light on the self-contained universe of a metal band struggling to get back on the charts, including everything from its complicated history of ups and downs, gold albums, name changes and undersold concert dates, along with the full host of requisite groupies, promoters, hangers-on and historians, sessions, release events and those special behind-the-scenes moments that keep it all real.

Who stars in This Is Spinal Tap?

This Is Spinal Tap stars Christopher Guest, Michael McKean, Harry Shearer, Rob Reiner, and June Chadwick.

When did This Is Spinal Tap come out?

This Is Spinal Tap was released in 1984.

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