'Weird Al' Yankovic: Eat It (1984): cast, story & where to watch
1984 · Film · ★ 6.3
Released in 1984, 'Weird Al' Yankovic: Eat It is a comedy and music film directed by Jay Levey, running about 4 minutes.
What it’s about. Styled as a shot-for-shot remake of Michael Jackson's iconic video for "Beat It", elements are parodied in various silly ways as ‘Weird’ Al Yankovic dresses as Jackson.
Who’s in it. 'Weird Al' Yankovic: Eat It stars 'Weird Al' Yankovic as 'Weird Al' Yankovic, Barry Hansen as Man in Picture (as Dr. Demento), Vincent Paterson as Gang Leader and Thomas R. Peters Jr. as Gang member, dancer, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.3/10, 'Weird Al' Yankovic: Eat It 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 'Weird Al' Yankovic: Eat It page.
If you liked it. Fans of 'Weird Al' Yankovic: Eat It tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch 'Weird Al' Yankovic: Eat It (1984)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for 'Weird Al' Yankovic: Eat It change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is 'Weird Al' Yankovic: Eat It worth watching?
- 'Weird Al' Yankovic: Eat It holds an audience score of 6.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and music. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in 'Weird Al' Yankovic: Eat It?
- 'Weird Al' Yankovic: Eat It stars 'Weird Al' Yankovic, Barry Hansen, Vincent Paterson, Thomas R. Peters Jr. and Jon Schwartz.
- When was 'Weird Al' Yankovic: Eat It released?
- 'Weird Al' Yankovic: Eat It was released in 1984, with a runtime of about 4 minutes.