The No Show (1987): cast, story & where to watch
1987 · Film · ★ 10

Released in 1987, The No Show is a comedy, animation and music film directed by Emily Squires, running about 23 minutes. “Take a bite out of crime!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. McGruff, Drew Barrymore, and a rag tag band of kids make a rock video about "saying no to drugs."
Who’s in it. The No Show stars Drew Barrymore as Herself, Tempestt Bledsoe as Herself, Jack Keil as McGruff The Crime Dog and Fran Lebowitz as Chicken Picken, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 10.0/10, The No Show sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The No Show page.
If you liked it. Fans of The No Show tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The No Show (1987)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The No Show change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The No Show worth watching?
- The No Show holds an audience score of 10.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy, animation and music. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The No Show?
- The No Show stars Drew Barrymore, Tempestt Bledsoe, Jack Keil, Fran Lebowitz and Fran Brill.
- When was The No Show released?
- The No Show was released in 1987, with a runtime of about 23 minutes.