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Great Balls of Fire! (1989)

"The true story of a legend."

6.319891h 48mEN
DramaHistoryMusic

Directed by Jim McBride

Rating

6.3/10

Runtime

1h 48m

Language

EN

Release

June 30, 1989

Director

Jim McBride

Official Trailer

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Overview

The story of Jerry Lee Lewis, arguably the greatest and certainly one of the wildest musicians of the 1950s. His arrogance, remarkable talent, and unconventional lifestyle often brought him into conflict with others in the industry, and even earned him the scorn and condemnation of the public.

Cast

Dennis Quaid

Dennis Quaid

Jerry Lee Lewis

Winona Ryder

Winona Ryder

Myra Gale Brown

John Doe

John Doe

J.W. Brown

Stephen Tobolowsky

Stephen Tobolowsky

Jud Phillips

Alec Baldwin

Alec Baldwin

Jimmy Swaggart

Lisa Blount

Lisa Blount

Lois Brown

Trey Wilson

Trey Wilson

Sam Phillips

Steve Allen

Steve Allen

Steve Allen

Michael St. Gerard

Michael St. Gerard

Elvis

Mojo Nixon

Mojo Nixon

James Van Eaton

Kelli Clevenger

Kelli Clevenger

Dancer (uncredited)

Joshua Sheffield

Joshua Sheffield

Rusty Brown

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into Great Balls of Fire! (1989), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

The story of Jerry Lee Lewis, arguably the greatest and certainly one of the wildest musicians of the 1950s. His arrogance, remarkable talent, and unconventional lifestyle often brought him into conflict with others in the industry, and even earned him the scorn and condemnation of the public.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of Great Balls of Fire!. The full story follows a progression that challenges typical tropes, leading to a climax that requires careful analysis.

🏆 Final Verdict

5 / 5 Stars

A triumphant piece of cinema that blends gripping narrative with breathtaking visuals.

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