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Movie · 1994 · 100 min

Backbeat (1994)

“5 guys. 4 legends. 3 lovers. 2 friends. 1 band.”

6.2/10 · 116 votes
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Backbeat is a 1994 movie (Drama and Music). Backbeat was directed by Iain Softley. Backbeat runs 100 minutes. It has an average rating of 6.2/10 from 116 viewers. In United States, you can watch Backbeat on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube and Fandango At Home.

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Plot

Chronicles the early days of The Beatles in Hamburg, Germany. The film focuses primarily on the relationship between Stuart Sutcliffe, John Lennon, and Sutcliffe's girlfriend Astrid Kirchherr.

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#guitar#red-light district#stuart sutcliffe#boyfriend girlfriend relationship#river elbe#hamburg, germany#photo#reeperbahn

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch Backbeat?

In United States, you can watch Backbeat on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube and Fandango At Home.

Who stars in Backbeat?

The main cast of Backbeat includes Sheryl Lee, Stephen Dorff, Ian Hart, Gary Bakewell and Chris O'Neill.

Who directed Backbeat?

Backbeat was directed by Iain Softley.

When was Backbeat released?

Backbeat was released on April 1, 1994.

How long is Backbeat?

Backbeat runs 100 minutes.

Is Backbeat worth watching?

Backbeat has an average rating of 6.2/10 from 116 viewers on TMDB.

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