Fame (1980): cast, story & where to watch
1980 · Film · ★ 6.5
Released in 1980, Fame is a drama and music film directed by Alan Parker, running about 134 minutes. “If they've really got what it takes, it's going to take everything they've got.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A chronicle of the lives of several teenagers who attend a New York high school for students gifted in the performing arts.
Who’s in it. Fame stars Irene Cara as Coco, Barry Miller as Ralph, Maureen Teefy as Doris Finsecker and Paul McCrane as Montgomery, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.5/10, Fame has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response. It went on to earn $42M at the box office.
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 Fame page.
If you liked it. Fans of Fame tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Fame (1980)?
- In US, Fame 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 Fame worth watching?
- Fame holds an audience score of 6.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and music. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Fame?
- Fame stars Irene Cara, Barry Miller, Maureen Teefy, Paul McCrane and Lee Curreri.
- When was Fame released?
- Fame was released in 1980, with a runtime of about 134 minutes.