Smithereens(1982)
She was a legend in her own mind.
Smithereens Synopsis
A narcissistic runaway engages in a number of parasitic relationships amongst members of New York's waning punk scene.
Smithereens (1982) is a drama, music and romance film directed by Susan Seidelman, released on November 9, 1982 with a runtime of 1h 34m. It stars Susan Berman, Brad Rijn, Richard Hell and Nada Despotovich. Viewers rate it 6.4 out of 10 across 52 ratings.
- Director:
- Susan Seidelman
- Writers:
- Ron Nyswaner, Ron Nyswaner, Peter Askin
- Producers:
- Susan Seidelman
- Cinematographer:
- Chirine El Khadem
- Composer:
- Glenn Mercer
- Production:
- Domestic Productions
- Status:
- Released
Smithereens (1982) Trailer
Watch the official trailer for Smithereens before you stream it.
Smithereens Cast & Crew
Main cast
Susan Berman
as Wren
Brad Rijn
as Paul
Richard Hell
as Eric
Nada Despotovich
as Cecile
- Roger Jett
Roger Jett
as Billy (Eric's Roommate)
- Kitty Summerall
Kitty Summerall
as Eric's Wife
- Joni Ruth White
Joni Ruth White
as Landlady
- D.J. O'Neill
D.J. O'Neill
as Ed
Joel Rooks
as Xerox Boss
- Pamela Speed
Pamela Speed
as Terry
- Tom Cherwin
Tom Cherwin
as Mike
- Edie Schecter
Edie Schecter
as Christine
Key crew
Directed by Susan Seidelman, written by Ron Nyswaner, Ron Nyswaner and Peter Askin, produced by Susan Seidelman.
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Smithereens Reviews & Ratings
Average viewer score of 6.4/10 from 52 ratings.
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Smithereens – Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch Smithereens online?
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Smithereens (1982) is available to stream on Amazon Prime Video, HBO Max Amazon Channel, YouTube TV, Criterion Channel, Night Flight Plus, HBO Max, Amazon Prime Video with Ads and Shout! Factory Amazon Channel, and to rent or buy from Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube and Fandango At Home. Streaming availability is checked against JustWatch data and can change by region.
Who stars in Smithereens?
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The main cast of Smithereens (1982) includes Susan Berman, Brad Rijn, Richard Hell, Nada Despotovich and Roger Jett. The film was directed by Susan Seidelman. You can see the full cast and crew list, with character names, further up this page.
When was Smithereens released?
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Smithereens was released on November 9, 1982 and runs for 1h 34m.
Is Smithereens worth watching?
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Smithereens (1982) holds an average rating of 6.4 out of 10 from 52 viewer votes, and is a good pick if you enjoy drama, music and romance films. Read the viewer reviews on this page to decide for yourself.
Is there a trailer for Smithereens?
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Yes. The official Smithereens trailer is embedded in the trailer section of this page and plays instantly, no download or sign-up required.