Bad Timing (1982): cast, story & where to watch
1982 · Film
Released in 1982, Bad Timing is a drama, adventure, family and comedy film directed by Nancy Savoca, running about 24 minutes.
What it’s about. Nancy Savoca’s second student film follows two twelve-year olds, Bobby (Joey D’Arelli) and Denise (Kelly Cinnante) who run away to Hollywood. They land at an open mic night in a New Jersey bar where Bobby’s aunt and uncle (once aspiring actors) lay out the realities of life as a working actor. The film was inspired by performers Savoca met while making her first student film, most notably William DaPrato. Filled with wry humor and quiet revelations about the pursuit of artistic dreams, Bad Timing also features Marianne Leone and the on-screen debut of future Academy Award winner Chris Cooper.
Who’s in it. Bad Timing stars Kelly Cinnante as Denise, Marianne Leone Cooper as Carol, Chris Cooper as Eddie and Dale Carman as Comedian Scott Oliver, among others.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Criterion Channel. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Bad Timing page.
If you liked it. Fans of Bad Timing tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Bad Timing (1982)?
- In US, Bad Timing is available to stream on Criterion Channel. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Who stars in Bad Timing?
- Bad Timing stars Kelly Cinnante, Marianne Leone Cooper, Chris Cooper, Dale Carman and Joey D'Arelli.
- When was Bad Timing released?
- Bad Timing was released in 1982, with a runtime of about 24 minutes.