The Smashing Pumpkins: 1979 (1996): cast, story & where to watch
1996 · Film · ★ 10
Released in 1996, The Smashing Pumpkins: 1979 is a music film directed by Jonathan Dayton, running about 4 minutes.
What it’s about. Smashing Pumpkins performs in the music video "1979" from the album "Mellon Collie and the Infinite Sadness" recorded for Virgin Records. The music video opens with a group of children rolling another child in a large tire. Billy Corgan sings as he is driven in the backseat of a Dodge Charger. Clips of disaffected suburban teenage life play throughout.
Who’s in it. The Smashing Pumpkins: 1979 stars Billy Corgan as Man in Backseat of Car, Jimmy Chamberlin as Police Officer #1, James Iha as Convenience Store Clerk and D'arcy Wretzky as Irate Neighbor, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 10.0/10, The Smashing Pumpkins: 1979 sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Smashing Pumpkins: 1979 page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Smashing Pumpkins: 1979 tend to enjoy Whiplash, Coco, Green Book and The Legend of 1900.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Smashing Pumpkins: 1979 (1996)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Smashing Pumpkins: 1979 change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Smashing Pumpkins: 1979 worth watching?
- The Smashing Pumpkins: 1979 holds an audience score of 10.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy music. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Smashing Pumpkins: 1979?
- The Smashing Pumpkins: 1979 stars Billy Corgan, Jimmy Chamberlin, James Iha, D'arcy Wretzky and Giuseppe Andrews.
- When was The Smashing Pumpkins: 1979 released?
- The Smashing Pumpkins: 1979 was released in 1996, with a runtime of about 4 minutes.