Leningrad Cowboys Go America
Seen it?1989 | 79 min | Comedy, Music
Sunday Safe BetWhy it’s a Sunday Safe Bet
Critics loved it (100% on Rotten Tomatoes), though it had little lasting buzz. A safe bet when you want something reliable.
Based on critics, audiences, awards, box office and buzz. Details below.Is it for you?
- Who'll love it
- Made for anyone who wants a laugh. If you loved This Is Spinal Tap or Blazing Saddles, start here. Critics rate it higher than audiences do, so it rewards patience more than it chases thrills.
- The mood
- Light and funny.
- The pace
- Breezy, at 1 hr 19 min.
- What might put you off
- Rated PG-13. Probably too much for younger kids.
- Audiences were cooler on it than critics.
The Leningrad Cowboys, a group of Siberian musicians, and their manager, travel to America seeking fame and fortune. As they cross the country, trying to get to a wedding in Mexico, they are followed by the village idiot, who wishes to join the band.
How it earned its rating
- CriticsVery strong
100% on Rotten Tomatoes
- AudiencesSolid
7.0 out of 10
- AwardsNot counted
No major awards or nominations
- Reach & staying powerSolid
Streaming release that reached a small audience so far; still draws a steady audience long after release
- Buzz & cultural impactBelow par
About 28K people sought it out in the past year
Trailer
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Cast & crew
Directed by Aki Kaurismäki
- Matti PellonpääVladimir (Manager)
- Kari VäänänenIgor (Village Idiot)
- Sakke JärvenpääThe Leningrad Cowboys
- Heikki KeskinenThe Leningrad Cowboys
- Pimme KorhonenThe Leningrad Cowboys
- Sakari KuosmanenThe Leningrad Cowboys
- Puka OinonenThe Leningrad Cowboys
- Silu SeppäläThe Leningrad Cowboys
- Mauri SuménThe Leningrad Cowboys
- Mato ValtonenThe Leningrad Cowboys