Shag (1989): cast, story & where to watch
1989 · Film · ★ 6.2
Released in 1989, Shag is a comedy, drama and romance film directed by Zelda Barron, running about 98 minutes. “On a summer weekend in 1963, four girlfriends made memories that would last a lifetime.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Summer of 1963. Carson is getting married to her boyfriend so her friends Melaina, Pudge and Luanne take her to Myrtle Beach for one last irresponsible weekend.
Who’s in it. Shag stars Phoebe Cates as Carson McBride, Scott Coffey as Chip, Bridget Fonda as Melaina Buller and Annabeth Gish as Caroline "Pudge" Carmichael, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.2/10, Shag 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 Shag page.
If you liked it. Fans of Shag tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Shag (1989)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Shag change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Shag worth watching?
- Shag holds an audience score of 6.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy, drama and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Shag?
- Shag stars Phoebe Cates, Scott Coffey, Bridget Fonda, Annabeth Gish and Page Hannah.
- When was Shag released?
- Shag was released in 1989, with a runtime of about 98 minutes.