Johnny Suede (1991): cast, story & where to watch
1991 · Film · ★ 5
Released in 1991, Johnny Suede is a comedy and romance film directed by Tom DiCillo, running about 97 minutes. “Keeping up an image can be a full time job.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A struggling young musician and devoted fan of Ricky Nelson wants to be just like his idol and become a rock star.
Who’s in it. Johnny Suede stars Brad Pitt as Johnny Suede, Calvin Levels as Deke, Catherine Keener as Yvonne and Nick Cave as Freak Storm, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, Johnny Suede has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Johnny Suede page.
If you liked it. Fans of Johnny Suede tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Johnny Suede (1991)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Johnny Suede change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Johnny Suede worth watching?
- Johnny Suede holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Johnny Suede?
- Johnny Suede stars Brad Pitt, Calvin Levels, Catherine Keener, Nick Cave and Alison Moir.
- When was Johnny Suede released?
- Johnny Suede was released in 1991, with a runtime of about 97 minutes.