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Movie Info

Release Date: October 13, 1989
Runtime: 114 minutes
Alternative titles: View all (1)
Genres:
Drama Comedy Romance Music
Budget: $13,000,000
Revenue: $18,428,904
Original Language: English
Status: Released
Spoken Languages:
Critic Scores
Ratings from trusted sources
πŸ…
97%
Tomatometer
85
85/100
Metacritic
🎬
6.6/10
TMDB
359 votes
⭐
6.9/10
IMDb
27,624 votes
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The Fabulous Baker Boys

1989

"Tunes, tension, and a touch of romance await."

Also known as: πŸ‡·πŸ‡΄ RO: FabuloΘ™ii bΔƒieΘ›i Baker All international titles (1) →

Awards & Recognition

1 Wins
1 Nominations
2 Total
Golden Globes
1
Oscars
1 nom.
Year Festival Category Winner Result
1990 Golden Globes Best Actress - Drama Michelle Pfeiffer Winner
1990 Oscars Best Actress Michelle Pfeiffer Nominated
Year Festival Category Winner
1990 Golden Globes Best Actress - Drama Michelle Pfeiffer
Year Festival Category Winner
1990 Oscars Best Actress Michelle Pfeiffer

Synopsis

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Parental Guide — Suitable for 13+

13+

Content guidance for parents

Category Level Indicator
Violence 1/5
Sexual Content 2/5
Language 2/5
Drugs / Alcohol 2/5
Frightening Elements 0/5
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Budget: $13,000,000
Revenue: $18,428,904
Profit $5,428,904
ROI +41.8% (1.4x)

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Cast of The Fabulous Baker Boys

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Keywords

#singer 24 #brother brother relationship 23 #brothers 7 #success 7 #playing piano 6 #self reflection 5 #nightclub singer 5 #aspiring singer 4 #struggling musician 3 #liquor 2 #musical duo 1 #piano player 1 #nightclub entertainer 1 #nightclub act 1 #nightclub performer 1

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Trivia & Fun Facts about The Fabulous Baker Boys

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  • Michelle Pfeiffer's performance in The Fabulous Baker Boys marked a significant turning point in her career, as it showcased her musical talent and led to her being recognized as a serious actress in addition to her beauty.

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  • The film features a memorable scene where Pfeiffer sings 'Makin' Whoopee' while performing on a piano, which was filmed in one continuous take to capture the raw emotion of the performance.

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  • Jeff Bridges and Beau Bridges, who plays his brother in the film, share a real-life sibling bond that added authenticity to their on-screen relationship.

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  • During the filming of a pivotal scene, the actors were required to perform live music, which added to the film's authenticity and required extensive rehearsals.

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  • The film's soundtrack includes several original songs that were specifically composed for the movie, helping to enhance its romantic and dramatic themes.

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  • In one scene, a character is seen wearing a red dress reminiscent of a famous outfit worn by Marilyn Monroe, which serves as a subtle nod to classic Hollywood glamour.

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  • There is a continuity error in a scene where a coffee cup on the piano mysteriously changes positions between shots, indicating a lapse in filming continuity.

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