Copacabana (1985): cast, story & where to watch
1985 · Film · ★ 5.7
Released in 1985, Copacabana is a comedy, romance, music and tv movie film directed by Waris Hussein, running about 95 minutes. “Watch out Meryl! Here comes Barry Manilow: actor.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. In 1948, aspiring songwriter Tony works as a bar pianist; he meets aspiring star Lola, and is immediately smitten. At Manhattan's Copacabana lounge, they both start finding fame. However, fate steps in and she is swept to Havana to work in a splashy nightclub act where she is convinced she will find her stardom. Instead, she finds Rico, a suave gangster and the club owner.
Who’s in it. Copacabana stars Barry Manilow as Tony Starr, Annette O'Toole as Lola Lamar, Estelle Getty as Bella Stern and James T. Callahan as Dennis Reilly, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.7/10, Copacabana has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Copacabana page.
If you liked it. Fans of Copacabana tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Copacabana (1985)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Copacabana change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Copacabana worth watching?
- Copacabana holds an audience score of 5.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy, romance, music and tv movie. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Copacabana?
- Copacabana stars Barry Manilow, Annette O'Toole, Estelle Getty, James T. Callahan and Andra Akers.
- When was Copacabana released?
- Copacabana was released in 1985, with a runtime of about 95 minutes.