The Rocky Horror Picture Show

From The Grindhouse Cinema Database

The Rocky Horror Picture Show (1975, USA/UK) is a Science Fiction-Rock n' Roll-Comedy film directed by Jim Sharman. Followed by Shock Treatment.

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Main Details

  • Released on August 14, 1975 (UK)
  • Color
  • Running Time: 100 min | USA:98 min (edited version)
  • Production and Distribution Co.: 20th Century Fox
  • Directed by Jim Sharman
  • Written by Richard O'Brien & Jim Sharman
  • Starring Tim Curry, Barry Bostwick, Susan Sarandon, Meat Loaf
  • Produced by Lou Adler, John Goldstone, Michael White
  • Cinematography by Peter Suschitzky
  • Film Editing by Graeme Clifford

Plot Summary

  • A newly-engaged couple have a breakdown in an isolated area and must seek shelter at the bizarre residence of Dr. Frank-n-Furter.


Taglines

  • 25 Years Of Absolute Pleasure! (2000 25th Anniversary Tagline)
  • Action-packed... lotsa larfs & sex... gorgeous gals... thrills & chills... Transylvanian parties... romance
  • A Different Set Of Jaws.
  • Another Kind Of Rocky.
  • He's the hero -- that's right, the hero!!
  • Give yourself over to absolute pleasure
  • Don't Dream it, Be It!
  • Dream it in your living room... Be it in the theater! (1990 15th Anniversary Video Release)
  • A Musical Dream Come True (UK quad poster)
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