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Sugar Town (1999): cast, story & where to watch

1999 · Film · ★ 5

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Released in 1999, Sugar Town is a comedy film directed by Kurt Voss, running about 92 minutes. “It's the place to be.” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. A look at the lives of several struggling L.A. musicians. Gwen, a singer-songwriter, is on a quest for the big-time. Working as an assistant to a film production designer, Gwen tries to steal her boss' boyfriend, a veteran rock producer. The producer, meanwhile, is trying to orchestrate a comeback for an '80s band.

Who’s in it. Sugar Town stars Jade Gordon as Gwen, John Taylor as Clive, Michael Des Barres as Nick and Martin Kemp as Jonesy, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, Sugar Town has proved divisive with audiences.

Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and Fandango At Home. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Sugar Town page.

If you liked it. Fans of Sugar Town tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Sugar Town (1999)?
In US, Sugar Town is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and Fandango At Home. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
Is Sugar Town worth watching?
Sugar Town holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Sugar Town?
Sugar Town stars Jade Gordon, John Taylor, Michael Des Barres, Martin Kemp and Jade Gordon.
When was Sugar Town released?
Sugar Town was released in 1999, with a runtime of about 92 minutes.