Hollywood Heartbreak (1988): cast, story & where to watch
1988 · Film · ★ 2
Released in 1988, Hollywood Heartbreak is a comedy and drama film directed by Lance Dickson, running about 77 minutes. “All They Needed Was A Break. All They Got Was The Shaft.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A wannabe writer who's just moved to Hollywood tries to pitch his script idea to various producers who won't give him the time of day.
Who’s in it. Hollywood Heartbreak stars Ron Karabatsos as L.R. Sharkey, Mark Moses as Abbey, Dan Gerrity as Jack and Jack Starrett as Lou Budowski, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 2.0/10, Hollywood Heartbreak has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Hollywood Heartbreak page.
If you liked it. Fans of Hollywood Heartbreak tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Hollywood Heartbreak (1988)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Hollywood Heartbreak change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Hollywood Heartbreak worth watching?
- Hollywood Heartbreak holds an audience score of 2.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Hollywood Heartbreak?
- Hollywood Heartbreak stars Ron Karabatsos, Mark Moses, Dan Gerrity, Jack Starrett and Roxanne Reese.
- When was Hollywood Heartbreak released?
- Hollywood Heartbreak was released in 1988, with a runtime of about 77 minutes.