One Trick Pony (1980): cast, story & where to watch
1980 · Film · ★ 5.9
Released in 1980, One Trick Pony is a drama film directed by Robert M. Young, running about 98 minutes. “Rock 'n' roll will give you some laughs... but it won't do you any favors.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. An aging rock star trying to put together a new album in the face of an indifferent record label and a talentless producer. At the same time, he's struggling to save his failing marriage.
Who’s in it. One Trick Pony stars Paul Simon as Jonah, Blair Brown as Marion, Rip Torn as Walter Fox and Joan Hackett as Lonnie Fox, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.9/10, One Trick Pony has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies and YouTube. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch One Trick Pony page.
If you liked it. Fans of One Trick Pony tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch One Trick Pony (1980)?
- In US, One Trick Pony is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is One Trick Pony worth watching?
- One Trick Pony holds an audience score of 5.9 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in One Trick Pony?
- One Trick Pony stars Paul Simon, Blair Brown, Rip Torn, Joan Hackett and Allen Garfield.
- When was One Trick Pony released?
- One Trick Pony was released in 1980, with a runtime of about 98 minutes.