Lambada (1990): cast, story & where to watch
1990 · Film · ★ 5.7
Released in 1990, Lambada is a drama, romance and music film directed by Joel Silberg, running about 104 minutes.
What it’s about. Kevin Laird is a Beverly Hills school teacher by day and a mystery man by night. Using his lambada dance moves to first earn the kid's respect and acceptance, Kevin then teaches them academics. But when a jealous student exposes Kevin's double life, his two worlds collide, threatening his job and reputation.
Who’s in it. Lambada stars John Edward Peck as Kevin 'Blade' Laird, Melora Hardin as Sandy Thomas, Adolfo Quinones as Ramone (as Shabba Doo) and Ricky Paull Goldin as Dean, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.7/10, Lambada has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response. It went on to earn $4.3M at the box office.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Lambada page.
If you liked it. Fans of Lambada tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Lambada (1990)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Lambada change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Lambada worth watching?
- Lambada holds an audience score of 5.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama, romance and music. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Lambada?
- Lambada stars John Edward Peck, Melora Hardin, Adolfo Quinones, Ricky Paull Goldin and Leticia Vasquez.
- When was Lambada released?
- Lambada was released in 1990, with a runtime of about 104 minutes.