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Tap

Name: Tap
Genre: Drama, Music
Released: 1989-02-12
Cast: Gregory Hines, Suzzanne Douglas, Sammy Davis Jr., Savion Glover, Joe Morton

1989 | 111 min | Drama, Music

Weeknight Watchearly rating

Why it’s a Weeknight Watch

With middling reviews (56% on Rotten Tomatoes) and soft box office, it's a mixed bag. Fine if it's on; don't plan your night around it.

Based on critics, audiences, awards, box office and buzz. Details below.

Is it for you?

Who'll love it: Made for anyone who loves a strong drama. If you loved Dreamgirls or Judy, start here.
The mood: Thoughtful and character-driven.
The pace: Takes its time with its characters, at 1 hr 51 min.
What might put you off: Nothing much for most grown-ups.

Max Washington has just been released from prison after serving time for burglary. He returns to his old hangout, a hoofer club. His old girl friend, Amy, who still works at the club as a Tap instructor, is less than thrilled to see him. Her father, Little Mo, is happy to see him, because he has plans for a show involving Max. In addition, Max's old partners in crime have another job for him.

How it earned its rating

CriticsBelow par
56% on Rotten Tomatoes
AudiencesNot counted
Not measured yet: not enough ratings
AwardsNot counted
No major awards or nominations
Box office & staying powerBelow par
$9 million worldwide; still draws a steady audience long after release
Buzz & cultural impactBelow par
About 25K people sought it out in the past year

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Cast & crew

Directed by Nick Castle

Gregory HinesMax Washington
Suzzanne DouglasAmy Simms
Sammy Davis Jr.Little Mo
Savion GloverLouis Simms
Joe MortonNicky
Dick Anthony WilliamsFrancis
Sandman SimsSandman
Bunny BriggsBunny
Steve CondosSteve
Jimmy SlydeSlim